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πŸ”— Sharing Files and Folders

Before sharing content, ensure that the recipient has a B2DROP account. Sharing is only possible with registered users.

This guide applies only to traditional folders or files.
If you need to add a user to a Group Folder, you must request access through datamanagement@bsc.es.


πŸ“‚ How to Share a File or Folder?

To share a file or folder, follow these steps:


Step 1: Click on the Share Icon

Locate the share icon next to the file or folder you wish to share.

Figure 1: Click the share icon to start sharing a folder.

Step 2: Access the Sharing Options

Once you click on the share icon, the sharing options panel will open. Here you can configure who to share the file or folder with, and set permissions.

Figure 2: Sharing options available for folders.

Step 3: Enter the Username of the Person You Want to Share With

In the sharing options panel, enter the username of the recipient. You can share with specific users only.

Figure 3: Type the username of the person you want to share the folder with.

Step 4: Select the Permissions (Optional)

Choose the permissions you want to grant the recipient. You can decide whether they can view, edit, or manage the file/folder.

Figure 4: Choose the permissions to grant access to the folder.

Step 5: Confirm the Shared Folder

Once shared, the folder will appear in the recipient’s file list with the corresponding access permissions.

Figure 5: Example of a shared folder in B2DROP.