File Sharing Problems

How to Send More Than 50 Files with Adobe Send

Kushani Nimanthika Oct 19, 2026 868 views

Question details

The user needs to share a large number of files simultaneously but is restricted by Adobe Send's hard limit of 50 files per transfer.

How to Send More Than 50 Files with Adobe Send

Product: Adobe Send
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Sharing a large batch of documents or media files simultaneously after migrating from SendNow.
Observed behavior: Adobe Send blocks transfers containing more than 50 individual files, preventing the user from completing the file-sharing task in a single action.

Before you start

Gather and organize all the files you intend to send into a single dedicated folder on your computer to make the compression or batching process easier.

Solution 1Recommended

Compress Your Files into a ZIP Archive

The most efficient way to bypass the file count limit is to bundle multiple files into a single ZIP folder, which the system recognizes as only one file.

By zipping your files, you completely bypass the 50-file restriction without losing any data quality. The recipient can easily extract the ZIP file to access all individual documents.

Select the files

Open the folder containing your files, press Ctrl+A (Windows) or Cmd+A (Mac) to select all the items you wish to send.

Create a ZIP archive

Right-click the selected files. On Windows, click 'Compress to ZIP file'. On Mac, click 'Compress [number] items'. A new ZIP file will be generated in the same folder.

Upload to Adobe Send

File Size Warning: Even though you are sending a single ZIP file, ensure that the total size of the archive does not exceed Adobe Send's maximum file size limit for your subscription tier.

Solution 2

Send Files in Multiple Batches

If you or your recipient prefer not to deal with compressed folders, you can split your files into smaller groups of 50 or fewer and send them sequentially.

Share Unlimited Files Easily

Use WPS Office Cloud to Share Large Folders Instantly

Bypass restrictive file count limits by using WPS Office. You can upload an entire folder with hundreds of files to WPS Cloud and share it securely with a single link.

1. Access WPS Cloud: Open WPS Office on your computer and log in to your account to access the Cloud tab.
2. Upload your folder: Drag and drop the entire folder containing your 50+ files directly into your WPS Cloud drive.
3. Generate a sharing link: Right-click the uploaded folder, select 'Share', and choose 'Create Link'.
4. Set permissions and send: Configure your preferred permissions, such as password protection or validity period, and copy the link to send to your recipients.

Share entire folders without worrying about individual file count limits.Fully compatible with Microsoft Office formats (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and PDFs.Set expiration dates and passwords for secure document sharing.View and download shared files easily on any device via web browser.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share a folder directly through Adobe Send?

No, Adobe Send requires you to upload individual files. To share a folder structure, you must first compress it into a ZIP archive, which Adobe Send can then process as a single file.

Will compressing files to a ZIP archive affect their quality?

No, standard ZIP compression is completely lossless. Your documents, images, and other media will retain their exact original quality when the recipient extracts them.

What is the maximum file size limit for Adobe Send?

Adobe Send typically restricts file transfers up to a specific size limit depending on your subscription plan, which is often up to 5GB per transfer for paid users. Check your plan details if your ZIP file exceeds this.

Why did Adobe Send replace SendNow?

Adobe integrated the standalone SendNow service into its broader Document Cloud ecosystem to streamline document tracking and sharing alongside Adobe Acrobat functionalities.

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