8.5.10. Locking or unlocking files

When editing a file, you can lock this file. The lock has the following purposes:

  • The file lock informs other users that the file is currently being edited and might no longer be up-to-date.

  • If the file is located in a folder that you share with other users whom you granted edit permissions, those users can not edit the locked file.

How to lock a file:

  • Depending on the view selected, use one of the following methods:

    • In the Icons view, click on a file. In the pop-up, click on More. In the menu, click on Lock.

    • In the List view, select a file in the sidebar. In the display area click on More. In the menu, click on Lock.

How to unlock a file:

  • Depending on the view selected, use one of the following methods:

    • In the Icons view, click on a file. In the pop-up, click on Unlock.

    • In the List view, select a file in the sidebar. In the display area click on Unlock.