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Coming Soon: File Manager

The File Manager in The Layer offers a user-friendly interface to upload, manage, and organize files across different folders and categories

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Written by Chris Smith
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Folder Navigation Panel (Left Sidebar)

  • Allows you to quickly access main directories such as:

    • Company Branding

    • Terms & Conditions

    • User-defined folders (e.g., “User's Marketing Content”)

  • Click the arrow to expand or collapse folder contents.

Toolbar Options

  • New Folder – Create a new directory within the current location.

  • Upload – Add files from your local device.

  • Sort By – Organize files by name, type, size, or date.

  • View Toggle (List/Grid) – Choose between a detailed list view or a thumbnail grid.

Main File Display Panel

  • Displays:

    • Folders (with folder icons)

    • Files (with type-indicating icons, like images, fonts, PDFs)

  • File names may be shortened but full names show on hover or in the right pane when selected.

Details Toggle (Top Right)

  • Switch View Details ON to see file information (size, type, modified date) in the right side panel when a file is selected.

Search Bar

  • Quickly find files or folders by entering keywords.


📄 Managing Files

  • Selecting Files: Click on any file or folder to highlight and view its details.

  • Opening Folders: Double-click to navigate inside.

  • Uploading: Use the Upload button to bring in new assets.

  • Creating Folders: Click New Folder, Right Click to rename it, and start organizing.

  • Sorting: Choose sorting criteria (e.g., newest, alphabetical) to keep things tidy.

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