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How to Upload a File

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Workstorm allows users to upload new files to Messages, Streams, and Tasks. The File Owner can select a permission level when they upload or share a file. Please see the following table for a breakdown of permissions:

Permission Level Available Actions  
Preview Share Download View Details and Access 
Owner* 
Download 
Share  
View    
*The person who adds a file to Workstorm becomes the File Owner.  

To upload a file: 

  1. In Message Files, Stream Files, or Task Files, click the green +Add File button. In a Channel or Direct Message, click the Upload File icon. 
  2. Select Upload from Desktop.
  1. In the Upload Files pop-up, click Select file(s) from desktop, locate your file, and click Open. Alternatively, drag and drop your file into the Upload Files pop-up window. 
  1. To upload additional files, click Add another file or continue to drag and drop. To remove a file from the selection, click the Trash icon to the right of its name. 
  1. To assign a permission level, click the dropdown at the bottom-left corner and select Download, Share, or View.
  1. In the bottom-right corner, click Upload.

Updated on May 23, 2025