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buckleyp
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

shared links vs folders and use of storage space

I am confused about the difference between shared links and shared folders.   here it says that if I create a shared folder it uses my storage space but if I create a link it doesn't   https:...
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Rich
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2 years ago
buckleyp wrote:

it seems not possible to see links (not shared folders) in the app at all any more, is that right?

You can still view links in the app. I tested it this morning as well with a view-only link. After tapping the link I was immediately redirected to the app (which was already installed) where I could view the file.

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buckleyp
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

How do you add these links to the app without joining the folder (and thus the recipient using up their quota for it)

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