So, I have been trying to integrate DevonThink into my daly workflow. I have three databases that pretty much cover everything. I PREFER to get EVERYTHING in DevonThink instead of just indexing external files.
That being said, my inboxes are constantly overflowing with avalanches of incoming files. Furthermore, when creating NEW files, I need to save in external directories and THEN import into DevonThink.
In a perfect world, my entire universe would be in DevonThink. I can SEE the POTENTIAL! But right now, I straddle between the finder and DevonThink with a bunch of temp folders. Any advice, suggestions (or encouragement 
appreciated!
-bruce
If you are using DT Pro or Pro Office:
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Moving Finder files/folders into the “Inbox” place in the Finder will move them into your Global Inbox.
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New files created in almost all applications such as word processors, spreadsheets, etc. can be directly sent to your Global Inbox by choosing File > Save. Once captured into your database, to edit such a document under its parent application click on “Open Externally” in the Toolbar, or Control-click on it in the list and choose “Open With…”. When finished editing, choose File > Save and the changes will be made in your database.
Like you, I prefer Import-captured databases and don’t want dangling copies of my documents out in the Finder.
Thanks Bill.
I think your suggestion to ‘just do it’ and capture everything immediately into DT is the way to go. I just need to be more disciplined and get used to/remember to do this as a constant workflow.
Thanks!