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RaddadAY
Dec 02, 2018Copper Contributor
Sharing the same file across different Onedrive Folders
Is it possible to upload a link, and link it so its located on multiple folders on OneDrive? The purpose would be to ensure that while the file exists in multiple folders, editing it in one location ...
Petros87
Jun 27, 2023Copper Contributor
Is there a solution to this issue (without the need to create a link)?
There are many reasons why one would want to have a shortcut file in more folders.
For instance, we have a quotation from a supplier. We would like that file to be in the folder of the specific supplier but also at the folder of Financials.
Another reason is to avoid duplicates
Another reason is that different departments have different expertise and use the file in different ways.
Accessibility issues and customised organization
Simplified management for each department
Cross referencing AND above all that all organizations in the world have limited resources is ... TIME.
There are many reasons why one would want to have a shortcut file in more folders.
For instance, we have a quotation from a supplier. We would like that file to be in the folder of the specific supplier but also at the folder of Financials.
Another reason is to avoid duplicates
Another reason is that different departments have different expertise and use the file in different ways.
Accessibility issues and customised organization
Simplified management for each department
Cross referencing AND above all that all organizations in the world have limited resources is ... TIME.
Jeff Parker
Jun 28, 2023Brass Contributor
Totally agree Petros87. I hope MS are working on fixing up the messy way that file links currently work, or don't to be more precise.