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Browsing shared files in chat

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Every chat conversation in Workly has a way to browse all shared files — images, documents, and media — without scrolling through the entire message history.

View shared files

  1. Open a chat conversation (channel, group, or direct message)
  2. Click the info or details panel
  3. Browse the shared files section

All files ever shared in that conversation are listed with previews.

File types

  • Images — JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG, WebP with thumbnail previews
  • Documents — PDFs, DOC, DOCX files
  • Spreadsheets — XLS, XLSX, CSV files
  • Media — Audio and video files
  • Other — Any other file type shared in chat

Download files

Click on any file to preview it, then use the download button to save it to your computer.

No file size limit

Workly has no file size limit for uploads. Share large files, high-resolution images, and full-length videos without restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find shared files in a Workly chat?

Open the chat conversation, click the info or details panel, and browse the shared files section. All files shared in that conversation are listed.

Is there a file size limit for uploads?

No, Workly has no file size limit. You can share files of any size in chat.


Updated on February 25, 2026

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    • How do I find shared files in a Workly chat?
    • Is there a file size limit for uploads?

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