Updating a File

This procedure assumes you have downloaded and modified a file, and you want to update it on SFX.

1. Navigate to the folder that contains the file you want to update.    (How do I navigate to a file or folder?)

2. From the Folder Actions menu, click Upload File.

3. Click Browse.   View file name restrictions >>>

   Note: The following special characters are not allowed in file names:      /  &  : % + ?   ;  * We recommend you do not include spaces in the names of files stored on SFX.

4. Browse to and select the file you want to upload.  

5. Optional:Set approval or effective dates, descriptions or keywords, as required. For details, refer to Additional Options when Uploading a File.

6. Click OK.  A confirmation dialog similar to the following is displayed.  

7. Click OK.   The file is uploaded and a new version is created.   

1. If approval is not required, your uploaded file is set to Checked Out status. Perform Checking in a File (no approval) when you are ready to make the file available to other users.

2. If approval is required, your uploaded file is set to Draft status. Perform Submitting a Draft for Approval when you are ready to make the file available to other users.

RESULT:

You have successfully updated a file.