〜上で has two main uses:
After doing (た form + 上で) - After completing X, then Y
In doing/for (dictionary + 上で) - For the purpose of, in the process of
Formal expression, common in business/written Japanese.
See examples below for varied real-world usage.
た-form + 上で = after doing
Dictionary form + 上で = in doing, for the purpose of
Noun + の上で = in terms of, regarding
Formal/written style.
Please use it after reading the instructions.
This is an important point in making the contract.
In everyday context, Please use it after reading the instructions.
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