How to turn an existing menu into a digital menu

Prepare a source you can check

Use a clear menu photo or a PDF accepted by the import screen. Keep headings, prices and option groups readable. Split a large menu into manageable sections if that makes review easier.

Keep the original alongside the import. A good-looking draft can still contain a missing price, a misplaced option or a mistranslated ingredient.

Review the draft before publishing

AI prepares content for your review. Treat it as a draft rather than confirmation that every item is correct.

1. Check categories, dish names and every price against the source.
2. Check sizes, required choices, optional extras and any supplements.
3. Verify ingredients and allergen information using the restaurant’s own information.
4. Review translated names and descriptions before making them available to guests.

Try the guest journey

Preview the menu on a phone. Check the languages your restaurant enables, readability, item availability and the selected ordering channels. The public MenuSnap demo is a demonstration and does not place a real restaurant order.

For your own setup, follow the platform’s test procedure before accepting customer orders. Printing and online payments require their own configuration and checks.

Allow time for review and setup

A simple menu can be set up quickly. Large menus, complex choices, translations, printers and payment accounts need additional review. “Around 10 minutes” describes a basic setup, not a promise for every restaurant.

AI allowances depend on your plan. Check the current allowance in your account before importing or requesting more translations.

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