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cagiali's avatar
cagiali
New member | Level 2
3 months ago

My boss is trying to share a folder with me, but I can't upload anything to the folder.

My boss has a subscription to the Plus plan. I am on the free/basic version.

 

I just sat with him while he shared his screen, and checked all the settings. We have tried:
- to add me as a collaborator (we also tried removing me before we tried the step bellow)

- to copy the folder link + made sure the permissions are set to "People with this link can edit". He copies the link, sends it to me, and I am still not able to upload nor create subfolders. (see bellow)



What is our issue? Please help. TIA

  • Mark's avatar
    Mark
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II

    What does it say or show when you go to the link? What is the error? 

     

    Note that you'd need an account AND to be logged in to that account while trying to access the link for it to work 

    • cagiali's avatar
      cagiali
      New member | Level 2

      Hi Mark, thank you for the prompt reply

      I am logged in, I can't see the upload or create subfolder buttons. Here is what I see:


      If I click the first two, it says "I don't have enough storage space"

      Please let me know if I can provide any more info to help troubleshoot this, thanks

      • Mark's avatar
        Mark
        Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II

        That doesnt show the error from your link cagiali 

         

        However, shared folders use up the quota of all involved. So your bosses increased quota will not benefit you. If the folder is over your 2gb allowance you need to upgrade. 

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