How to Share a File from File Explorer

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to share a file with both edit and view permissions. It explains how to select the appropriate permission level, add internal company users, add external users, and send a message along with the file. By following these steps, users can easily and efficiently share files with the desired permissions.

Nicholas Lossett
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8 steps
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2 minutes

Right-Click the file you wish to share with someone and click "Share"

With this dropdown you can determine if you want to allow the user you will share with to be able to edit the document or view only. Make the appropriate selection.

Click "Add a name, group, or email" **Internal Company Users**\ To share with coworkers in your company simply begin typing their name or email address and select the appropriate user from the list. \ \ You can select multiple users.\ *See next step for External Users*

**External Users** \ Type in the users email address and select it from the drop down.

Click "Add a message"\ Type in a message to the user/s

Click "Send"

The user or users will now receive and email that contains the message you sent and a link to the file you shared.

Click "Close"