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done upload
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase 'done upload' is not correct and is not typically used in written English.
A more appropriate phrase to use would be 'uploaded'. For example: "I have already uploaded the file you needed."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Wiki
News & Media
Science
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
You can save your mix for posterity and, once you're done, upload it to the app's built-in social network.
News & Media
When that's done, upload the document to Google Drive, and create a new task that someone from the support team should take," he says. .
News & Media
Once you are done, upload the file via FTP.
Wiki
So now you can place your instrumental bit in there Re-save the video as another Movie file DONE! UPLOAD AND SHARE WITH FRIENDS You might want to stand up while singing.
Wiki
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
56 human-written examples
Click "I'm Done Uploading".
Wiki
Now wait until your video is done uploading.
Wiki
Once it is done uploading it will tell you that it successfully uploaded to Facebook.
Wiki
To protest, they do what Flickr users do – upload images.
News & Media
Do not set upload speed to 0 (i.e. maximum).
Wiki
Once that's done, click "Upload" at the top right corner to begin uploading your video.
Wiki
When you are done, click "Upload file".
Wiki
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use grammatically correct phrases such as "finished uploading" or "upload complete" to maintain clarity and professionalism in your writing.
Common error
Avoid using incomplete or grammatically incorrect phrases like "done upload". Instead, opt for established constructions to ensure your message is clear and easily understood.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "done upload" functions as an incorrect way to indicate the completion of an uploading process. Ludwig AI identifies it as non-standard English, advising against its use in formal contexts. While understandable, it lacks grammatical correctness.
Frequent in
Wiki
75%
News & Media
25%
Science
0%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "done upload" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI suggests that more appropriate alternatives like "upload complete" or "finished uploading" should be used instead. The phrase appears rarely, primarily in informal contexts like WikiHow articles. To maintain clarity and professionalism, especially in formal or business settings, it's best to avoid "done upload" and opt for grammatically sound alternatives.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
finished uploading
This alternative replaces "done" with "finished", providing a grammatically correct and commonly used phrase.
upload complete
This option uses a noun phrase to indicate the completion of the upload process, suitable for status updates or notifications.
upload is done
This alternative corrects the grammar by placing "is" before "done", making it a standard passive construction.
successfully uploaded
This phrase highlights the success of the upload, emphasizing that the action was completed without errors.
completed upload
Similar to "upload complete", this uses a noun phrase with "completed" to show that the action is finished.
after uploading
This suggests a sequence of events with the upload completed before the next action.
once uploaded
Indicates that something will happen after the uploading process has finished.
upload concluded
Uses a more formal term, "concluded", to indicate the end of the upload process.
upload finalized
This suggests the upload process has reached its final state and is complete.
upload ended
Simply states that the upload has come to an end.
FAQs
What's grammatically correct, "done upload" or "upload complete"?
"Upload complete" is grammatically correct. "Done upload" is not a standard English phrase and should be avoided in formal writing.
How can I say that an upload is finished?
You can say the "upload is complete", the "upload is done", or that the file has been "finished uploading".
What does it mean when someone says "done upload"?
While not grammatically correct, "done upload" typically means that the process of uploading a file or data is finished.
What are some alternatives to "done upload"?
Better alternatives include "successfully uploaded", "upload finished", or "upload complete".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
74%
Authority and reliability
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested