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Screenshot Requirements - PDF Connect v3 Documentation

Priority 1: Core Workflow (Must Have) 📸​

Main App Interface​

  1. PDF Connect v3 Dashboard - Main interface showing modern design
  2. PDF Library Management - Grid view with search, tags, bulk operations
  3. PDF Details Page - Individual PDF view with Link button highlighted

Universal Linking​

  1. Page Type Dropdown - All supported page types (Products, Collections, Articles, Pages, Homepage, Search)
  2. Resource Selection Modal - Search bar, resource list, pagination, bulk selection
  3. Linking in Progress - Loading states and confirmation messages
  4. Linked Resources Display - Connected pages with unlink options

Publishing System​

  1. Publishing Options Modal - Three display styles side-by-side
  2. Theme Editor Integration - Adding PDF blocks to templates
  3. Block Configuration - Settings panel for each display type

Display Styles in Action​

  1. Embedded PDF Example - Product page with embedded PDF
  2. PDF Button Example - Button with popup overlay open
  3. PDF List Example - Multiple PDFs in organized list

Priority 2: Advanced Features (Important) 📸​

Multi-Block Strategy​

  1. Multi-Block Product Page - Same page with embedded + button + list
  2. Template Status Overview - Which templates have blocks configured
  3. Bulk Selection Interface - Multiple items selected with counter

Mobile Experience​

  1. Mobile PDF Viewing - All three display styles on mobile
  2. Mobile Admin Interface - Linking and publishing on mobile
  3. Responsive Behavior - How PDFs adapt to screen sizes

Workflow Examples​

  1. Before/After Comparison - Old vs. new interface
  2. Cross-Page Linking - Same PDF linked to multiple page types
  3. Search Functionality - Real-time search results

Priority 3: Supporting Content (Nice to Have) 📸​

Use Case Examples​

  1. Product Documentation - Technical manual integration
  2. Collection Catalogs - Collection page with PDF catalog
  3. Blog Resources - Article with downloadable PDF
  4. Homepage Features - Company brochure on homepage

Error and Edge Cases​

  1. Loading States - What users see while actions process
  2. Error Messages - Clear error communication
  3. Empty States - What new users see before adding content

Analytics and Performance​

  1. Usage Analytics - PDF engagement metrics (if available)
  2. Performance Indicators - Speed and optimization data
  3. Template Analytics - Which templates are most used

Screenshot Specifications​

Technical Requirements​

  • Resolution: High-DPI for crisp documentation display
  • Browser: Chrome or Safari for consistent rendering
  • Window Size: Standard desktop (1920x1080) and mobile (375x812)
  • Theme: Clean, professional Shopify theme for demos

Content Requirements​

  • Sample PDFs: Realistic business documents (manual, catalog, guide)
  • Test Store: Products, collections, articles, pages populated with relevant content
  • Clean Data: Professional naming, descriptions, organized content

Branding Requirements​

  • Consistent UI: All screenshots should show the same app version
  • Professional Appearance: Clean, organized interface presentation
  • Clear Focus: Highlight the specific feature being demonstrated

Screenshot Workflow​

Preparation Phase​

  1. Set up test store with realistic content
  2. Create sample PDFs with professional naming
  3. Configure all three display styles
  4. Test all features work properly

Capture Phase​

  1. Take desktop screenshots at full resolution
  2. Capture mobile versions of key interfaces
  3. Document loading and error states
  4. Get before/after comparisons where relevant

Processing Phase​

  1. Crop to focus on relevant interface elements
  2. Add callouts and annotations where helpful
  3. Ensure consistent visual style across all images
  4. Optimize file sizes for web delivery

Usage in Documentation​

Placement Strategy​

  • Hero Images: Major interface changes at document start
  • Step-by-Step: Screenshot for each action in tutorials
  • Comparison: Before/after for major improvements
  • Reference: Quick visual confirmation of location/appearance

Alt Text Requirements​

All screenshots need descriptive alt text for accessibility:

  • Describe what's shown in the interface
  • Include key text visible in the image
  • Note important UI elements or actions
  • Keep under 125 characters when possible

File Naming Convention​

Use consistent naming for easy management:

  • pdf-guru-v3-[feature]-[context].png
  • Example: pdf-guru-v3-linking-page-types.png
  • Example: pdf-guru-v3-display-embedded-product.png

This systematic approach ensures comprehensive visual documentation that matches the quality of our enhanced PDF Connect v3 features.