Webex App | Share files from Box
You can select a file directly from Box and then choose who can view the file, after you share it in the space.
There are two options for sharing files:
- Direct share using a file URL.
- Sharing using the Webex Attachment button, .
Both options are described below.
Direct share using a file URL
You can now share links to files in a supported file sharing service (OneDrive/SharePoint, Box, Google Drive) simply by pasting a link into a Webex Space or direct message!
Once you've shared the link, you'll have a file sharing experience similar to files shared using the paperclip icon:
- The message shows a thumbnail for the file with basic details as well as Refresh and Copy share link options.
- The content also appears in the Files tab of the space's Content tab.
- You can open the file directly within Webex rather than within an external browser.
To share a link as a file using ECM (Microsoft SharePoint/OneDrive, Box, or Google Drive), make sure that you meet the following prerequisites:
- You must have ECM file sharing enabled.
- The specific ECM service (Microsoft OneDrive/SharePoint, Box, or Google Drive) must be enabled for your organization by an administrator.
- You must be logged in to the ECM service.
If you're not logged in, you'll be prompted to do so. If you're not prompted to login because the service isn't enabled by your administrator, the file reference appears as a regular link.
Share using the Webex Attachment button
- In the message area, click Attachment, and then choose Share from Box.
- Select a file on Box and click .
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Then, decide who can view the file in the space:
- Anyone—Anyone can view the file, this includes people from outside your organization.
- People in your organization—Only people in your organization can view the file.
- People with existing access—Webex App uses the permissions already set up for viewing the file in Box.
When people don't have access to the file, they see the file name but they can't view the file or see a thumbnail preview.
- Make your selection and click Apply.
- Then press Enter, to send the link.
You can select a file directly from Box and then choose who can view the file, after you share it in the space.
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In the message area, tap Attachment, and then tap Share from Box. If you haven't already added your account, click Connect to Account to add your account. |
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Select a file on Box and click Apply. |
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Then tap to send the link. When people don't have access to the file, they see the file name but they can't view the file or see a preview. |