File Sharing
Share administrative documents and resources
File Sharing
Learn how to share administrative documents, forms, and resources through the Chat App.
Overview
Share files for:
- Administrative documents and forms
- Policy and procedure manuals
- Student records and reports
- Instructor resources and materials
- Department templates and tools
- Campus schedules and calendars
Where to Share Files
Campus Announcements
Best for:
- Documents all students/instructors need
- Forms and applications
- Policy updates
- Important notices with attachments
Department Spaces
Best for:
- Internal team documents
- Administrative templates
- Process documentation
- Shared resources
- Project files
Direct Messages
Best for:
- Individual student documents
- Personal records
- Confidential files
- One-on-one sharing
File Types and Limits
Supported Files
- Documents: PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT
- Spreadsheets: XLS, XLSX, CSV
- Presentations: PPT, PPTX
- Images: JPG, PNG, GIF
- Archives: ZIP, RAR
Size Limits
- Individual files: Up to 50MB
- Multiple files: Up to 5 per message
- Total per message: Up to 250MB
Administrative File Examples
Student Records
Student Payment Receipt - [Student Name]
Attached: Payment confirmation for December installment
Details:
- Amount: [Amount]
- Date: [Date]
- Method: Bank transfer
- Reference: [Ref #]
Please save for your records.
Next payment due: [Date]Forms and Templates
📄 Level 2 Application Form - Updated
Attached is the updated Level 2 application form (v2.1)
Changes:
- Added referee contact field
- Updated clearance checklist
- New submission deadline section
Effective: January 1, 2025
Share with eligible students.
Old version no longer accepted.Policy Documents
🔔 UPDATED: Attendance Policy 2025
Attached: New attendance policy effective Jan 1, 2025
Key Changes:
- 11 of 13 sessions required (was 11 of 12)
- Late arrival policy clarified
- Makeup procedures updated
Action Items:
- Review policy
- Update student handbook
- Communicate to instructors
- Post in student portal
Questions? Discuss in department space.Reports and Analytics
📊 November Campus Report
Attached reports:
1. Student enrollment summary
2. Payment collection status
3. Clearance application progress
4. Exam completion rates
Highlights:
- 95% payment collection rate
- 45 clearance applications processed
- 89% exam pass rate
Full discussion at next admin meeting.File Naming Best Practices
Administrative Documents
Good:
StudentApplication_Level2_JanIntake2025.pdf
PaymentPlan_Agreement_Template.docx
ClearanceChecklist_Level1_v3.pdf
CampusSchedule_Spring2025.xlsx
Bad:
application.pdf
form.docx
checklist.pdf
schedule.xlsxInclude Key Information
- Document type
- Purpose or subject
- Date or version
- Level or intake (if applicable)
Organizing Shared Files
In Department Spaces
Create Resource Library:
📚 Department Resources
Templates:
- Student application forms
- Payment plan agreements
- Clearance checklists
Policies:
- Attendance policy
- Payment policy
- Clearance procedures
Schedules:
- Academic calendar
- Exam schedule
- Orientation dates
Access resources anytime in Resources room.File Categories
Forms:
- Application forms
- Agreement templates
- Request forms
- Submission forms
Policies:
- Student policies
- Administrative procedures
- Financial policies
- Academic regulations
Records:
- Student reports
- Financial summaries
- Attendance records
- Clearance status
Resources:
- Training materials
- Quick reference guides
- Contact directories
- Process flowcharts
Security and Confidentiality
Protect Student Information
Don't Share:
- Student grades with identifiers
- Financial account details
- Personal identification documents
- Confidential personal information
Do Share:
- Anonymized reports
- General forms and templates
- Public policy documents
- Non-sensitive resources
File Security Best Practices
Before Sharing:
- Remove sensitive information
- Verify recipient authorization
- Check file for errors
- Ensure proper format
When Sharing:
- Use appropriate channel
- Add clear description
- Specify confidentiality level
- Note any restrictions
After Sharing:
- Confirm receipt
- Answer questions
- Update if needed
- Archive when appropriate
Common File Sharing Scenarios
Distributing Forms
📋 New Student Application Forms Available
I've uploaded the updated application forms for Spring 2025:
Forms Included:
✅ Level 1 Application
✅ Level 2 Application
✅ Deferment Request
✅ Clearance Application
Files in Resources room.
Share with students starting [Date].
Let me know if you need print copies.Sharing Reports
📊 End of Semester Report - October Intake
Attached: Comprehensive report for October 2024 intake
Sections:
1. Enrollment and retention
2. Financial status
3. Academic performance
4. Clearance progress
Key Findings:
- 92% retention rate
- 88% payment up-to-date
- 95% passing grades
- 40% cleared for Level 2
Review before Friday's meeting.Policy Updates
🔄 UPDATED: Payment Extension Policy
Effective January 1, 2025
Changes:
- Extension deadline: 7 days before due date (was 3)
- Maximum extension: 14 days (was 7)
- Extension fee: 5% (was 10%)
Attached:
- Updated policy document
- FAQ for students
- Communication template
Action Items:
1. Update student portal
2. Communicate to students
3. Train campus staff
4. Update forms
Questions in department space.Managing Shared Files
Version Control
Document Versions:
StudentHandbook_2024.pdf (Old)
StudentHandbook_2025_v1.pdf (Draft)
StudentHandbook_2025_v2_FINAL.pdf (Current)
Always use latest version.
Archive old versions for reference.Updating Files
When sharing updated version:
- Clearly mark as "UPDATED"
- Note what changed
- Specify effective date
- Archive old version
- Communicate changes
Removing Outdated Files
- Can't delete from chat history
- Post notice file is outdated
- Direct to current version
- Update pinned resources list
File Access and Permissions
Department Files
- Accessible to department members only
- Private and secure within space
- Can be downloaded and shared
- Remain after members leave
Student Files
- Share only with authorized individuals
- Don't redistribute without permission
- Follow FERPA guidelines
- Maintain confidentiality
Institutional Documents
- Share per organizational policy
- Don't distribute externally
- Follow data governance rules
- Protect proprietary information
Related Topics
Campus Announcements
Attach files to announcements
Department Spaces
Share team documents
Direct Messages
Send private files
Files shared in spaces remain accessible to members even after you leave the space. Ensure appropriate content before sharing.
Create a "Master Resources" document listing all important files, their purposes, and where to find them. Keep this pinned in department space.
Never share files containing sensitive student data (grades, financial details, personal information) in public spaces or with unauthorized individuals. Use secure, private channels and verify recipient authorization.