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Preview, download, and copy links to files

Written by Admin | Sep 18, 2026, 7:29:53 AM

Portal users can preview supported files, download authorized files, and copy a shareable URL when one is available.

Preview a file

  1. Open the file in My Drive, Shared Drive, or an authorized record file area.
  2. Select Preview.
  3. Review the file in the built-in preview panel.
  4. Use fullscreen or file details when those controls are available.
  5. Close the preview to return to the folder.

Supported preview categories

  • Images
  • PDF documents
  • Video and audio
  • Common Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files

Download or copy a link

  1. Open the file action menu or preview actions.
  2. Select Download to save the authorized file.
  3. Select Copy link only when WoodsPortal shows an available shareable URL.
  4. Share the copied URL only with an appropriate recipient.

Limits and troubleshooting

  • Preview availability can depend on the file type and source availability.
  • A file can be downloadable even when the browser cannot preview it.
  • Copy link appears only when a shareable URL exists.
  • If an action is missing, review file, object, and portal permissions.

Figure: Preview a PDF inside the customer portal, then download it or copy its link.