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How to Delete a Document Uploaded as a Guest
Question details
The user needs to remove a document they previously uploaded to a shared location while acting as an anonymous guest.
- Product
- WPS Cloud Workspace
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- A user uploaded a file into a shared folder using a guest link and now wishes to delete it from that location.
- Observed behavior
- The user is looking for the deletion option, which may be hidden or restricted based on the permissions configured by the folder's owner.
Ensure you have the original shared link where the document was uploaded. Note that your ability to delete files as a guest is strictly determined by the permissions set by the document or folder owner.
Delete the Document Directly via the Shared Link
Use this method if the folder owner has granted guests the permission to modify or delete files.
When a folder is shared with edit permissions, guests are often allowed to manage the files they upload. This is the quickest way to remove your document.
Click the original document link provided to you and sign in if you are prompted to do so.
Browse the shared folder or workspace to find the specific document you uploaded.
Right-click the document, or click the three-dot menu icon located next to the file name.
Select 'Delete' from the context menu to remove the document from the shared location.
Request File Removal from the Document Owner
Use this approach if you lack the necessary permissions to delete the file as a guest.
Take Control of Your Shared Documents with WPS Office
WPS Office provides robust cloud storage and file-sharing tools, allowing you to create secure links and control exactly who can view, upload, or delete files in your workspaces.
- 1. Open WPS Cloud: Launch WPS Office and navigate to the 'Cloud' tab in the main interface.
- 2. Share a folder: Right-click the folder you want to share and select 'Share'.
- 3. Adjust permissions: In the sharing settings, specify whether guests with the link can edit or just view the contents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I see the Delete option for my uploaded file?
The folder owner has likely restricted guest permissions to 'upload-only' or 'view-only' to protect the workspace contents. You must contact the owner to have the file removed.
Can I log into an account to delete a file I uploaded anonymously?
If you uploaded the file anonymously as a guest, creating an account later will not automatically link that specific file to your new account. The folder owner retains control over the file.
Will the folder owner be notified if I delete a file?
Yes, if the workspace owner has activity tracking enabled on their shared folder, they will be able to see that a guest deleted a document from the system.
