Synchronising Files
File Explorer allows you to access SharePoint files and folders without going onto your internet browser or through Workspace. However, you still require a WIFI signal.
To enable File Explorer you first have to Synchronise your SharePoint files / folders with your company device. To do this, first locate the files and folders you wish to synchronise.
At the top of the SharePoint page, you will see a Sync button. Click this button and the files and folders you are viewing will now synchronise with your company device.
Note: Be aware of how many files and folders you are synchronising to your company device. The more files and folders you synchronise the more it can slow your machine down when trying to access files / folders via File Explorer. This is because your company device will automatically try to download the latest version of the file / folder to your device every time you open File Explorer.
When viewing through File Explorer, you will notice icons to the right of the file name:
This means that the files are available online only. Once you double click the file/ document it will automatically download to your computer allowing you to work on it.
You will see the Green tick Status, once you have opened a document, this means that it is available locally on your PC/Laptop.
The file is currently syncing.
When you see the red icon, you have sync issues. Click on the cloud icon on the bottom right of you task bar to find out the issue