Request a File in SharePoint

Owned by Dan Jakubiak
Feb 26, 2024
3 min read

You can send a file request to individuals, inside and outside the university, that lets them securely upload files into a folder in your SharePoint. The request recipient will receive a link from you. When they follow it, they can upload the file into the folder you have designated, and they do not need to sign into an Office 365 account.

SharePoint is an encrypted and secured service. Sensitive information can be requested and sent through SharePoint; however, secure file management practices should be followed. Only request necessary information and do not keep information longer than necessary. Delete files that are no longer needed or required by the university.

Requesting Files on the SharePoint Website

The folder you select below will be the location of the requested files once they are uploaded.

  1. Navigate to s.uconn.edu/sharepoint and sign in with your UConn email address and NetID password.

  2. Find the folder that you would like the requested file to reside in. Hover over the folder and click the circle beside the folder name. Do not open the folder.

    Select the folder by clicking beside it but not opening it

  3. In the top bar, click on Request files.

    OneDrive top bar options and icons.

  4. Enter a description for the files that you want. This can be anything that will let the recipient know what files you would like them to upload.

    1. While clear and concise requests are encouraged, be aware of who is receiving the request and tailor your request to them. Example descriptions:

      1. spreadsheet of lab data for the upcoming 2/15 lab

      2. that PowerPoint you showed me last week in your office

  5. Next, enter the user's email address in the Enter a name or email address field. This can be any internal UConn email or any external email.
    If they are a member of the university, you may simply type in their name. Otherwise, type in an email address.

    • Alternatively, you can share the link at the top with any user. Upon following the link, they will be able to upload any file that will be added to your SharePoint.

  6. Once all desired users have been added, click Done. 

Your file request has now been sent. The recipient will now be able to upload the requested files.

Responding to a file request

View this guide to see the process your recipients must follow: https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/IKB/pages/10789815013