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Can Reviewers Attach Files to Adobe Document Cloud Reviews?
Question details
Users need to know whether it is possible for reviewers to attach supplemental files (such as Excel, Illustrator, or PDFs) when participating in an Adobe Document Cloud shared review.
- Product
- Adobe Document Cloud
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Participants are reviewing shared InDesign-based files and want to provide additional reference documents along with their feedback.
- Observed behavior
- End users are only able to add comments to the shared file, as the system does not present an option to attach external files directly to the review.
Ensure you have access to a secure cloud storage service or an approved shared folder where you can temporarily host your supplemental files.
Share Supplemental Files via External Cloud Links
Since attaching files directly to a shared review is not supported, you must host the files externally and share the access link with your review participants.
Adobe Document Cloud restricts shared reviews to text comments and annotations only. To provide supplemental reference materials like Excel or Illustrator files, you need to use an independent secure file-sharing method.
Upload your Excel, Illustrator, or additional PDF files to an approved secure cloud folder, such as an alternative Document Cloud folder, Google Drive, or Dropbox.
Create a shareable link for the uploaded files, ensuring that all review participants have the necessary read or download permissions.
Paste the generated link into a standard comment on the shared review file, or send it to the review participants via a separate email.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I embed an Excel file directly into a PDF during an Adobe Document Cloud review?
No. During a shared Document Cloud review, the interface restricts users to adding comments. You cannot attach or embed external files like Excel or Illustrator directly into the review.
What is the best way to distribute reference files to my reviewers?
The recommended approach is to upload your reference files to a secure cloud storage folder. Once uploaded, generate a shareable link and provide it to your reviewers via email or by pasting it into a comment on the main document.
Does Adobe Document Cloud support any type of file attachment in shared reviews?
No, adding any type of attachment to a shared review is currently not supported in Adobe Document Cloud. Participants are strictly limited to text comments and standard annotation tools.
