This guide explains how to upload an entire folder structure with subfolders and files to Boardeaser's document archive – either by dragging and dropping directly into the archive or via the upload button.
Tip: When uploading a folder, Boardeaser automatically preserves your entire local folder hierarchy, including all subfolders and files.
Table of contents
- Go to the document archive
- Method 1: Drag and drop directly into the archive (Fastest)
- Method 2: Upload via the upload button
- Video guide
- Manage folder permissions
Go to the document archive
- Click Documents > All documents in the left menu.
- Navigate to the location or folder where you want to place your files. (If you want to create a new parent folder first, click the three dots icon (···) and select Create Folder, name the folder, and confirm.)
Method 1: Drag and drop directly into the archive (Fastest)
You can transfer an entire folder with subfolders by dragging and dropping it directly into the document archive:
- Select the folder on your computer.
- Drag and drop the folder directly into the file area of the document archive.
- The upload starts automatically. If you need to stop the process, click Cancel.
Method 2: Upload via the upload button
- Click the Upload documents button.
- Drag and drop the folder into the designated upload field. Note: If you click Select file, you can only select individual files, not entire folders.
- A list of all files and subfolders within the folder will be displayed. If needed, you can add more files or click Upload to begin the import.
Video guide
Watch this video tutorial on how to upload a folder with subfolders:
Manage folder permissions
Want to customize who has access to the uploaded folder and its contents? Learn more in our guide on Manage folder permissions.