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Scott B.58
New member | Level 1
10 years ago

When I share a folder, will all sub-folders be shared (accessible) as well?

 Basically, I have a shared folder with sub-folders (and they have sub-folders). If I share the "folder" will all sub folders and their sub-folders (and associated documents) also be shared?   Th...
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Mel K.
New member | Level 2
10 years ago

We have different top level folders (I think you mean shares) for the administrative functions, but we have about 120 groups and committees that should have restricted access to their members.  Having one share for those groups and committees simplifies the dropbox but is difficult otherwise. Also, then, each group can access the files of the other groups which we don't want.  I guess the root of the problem is that there are just too many top level folders.  Or, am I missing something?

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