At a glance
～上で has two uses. After a た-form or an action noun, it means "after doing (as a necessary step)". After a dictionary-form verb, it means "in doing / for the purpose of".
Verb た-form + 上で
Noun + の + 上で
Verb dictionary form + 上で
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How to form it
| Attaches to | Form | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verb た-form | 考えた上で | After doing | よく考えた上で決めます。 |
| Action noun + の | 相談の上で | After doing | ご確認の上で、サインしてください。 |
| Verb dictionary form | 留学する上で | In doing / for | 留学する上で、語学力は大切です。 |
The action noun is usually a する-noun such as 確認, 相談 or 検討. The register is somewhat formal. It is common in business and notices, and it is also used in conversation.