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File Preview

Preview uploaded files directly in the Documents app without leaving your browser.

When you open an uploaded file (rather than an editor document), the center panel displays a built-in viewer instead of the rich text editor. The type of viewer depends on the file format.

PDF Preview

PDF files open in a native browser viewer embedded in an iframe. You can:

  • Scroll through pages
  • Zoom in and out
  • Use your browser's built-in PDF search
  • Print directly from the viewer

Image Preview

Image files (JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG, WEBP) display the full image in the center panel. Features include:

  • Full-size image display
  • Zoom controls for examining details
  • Support for animated GIFs

Video Preview

Video files (MP4, MOV, AVI, WEBM) open in a native HTML5 video player with standard controls:

  • Play/pause
  • Volume control
  • Fullscreen mode
  • Seek bar for navigation

Other File Types

For file types without a built-in viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ZIP, etc.), a file information card is displayed with the file name, type, and size. Use the download button to open these files in their native application.

Download Button

A Download button is available for all file types, allowing you to save any file to your computer regardless of whether a preview is available.

Properties Panel

The right panel continues to show the same details as for editor documents:

TabContents
Comments & IssuesLinked issues and inline comments
PropertiesDocument metadata, owner, dates, version history, and tags
RelatedCross-references to issues, meetings, and milestones

You can edit properties, add tags, link to project items, and view version history for uploaded files just as you would for editor documents.

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