4.3 Right-Click Context Menu

4.3.1 Available Context Menu Options

This section explains the functionality available in the right-click context menu when managing files in the Dots environment. Company admins can use this to guide user actions and manage access controls effectively.
When a user right-clicks on a file (e.g., a .docx document), the following options appear:

  Right-Click Context Menu

4.3.2 Open File/the File and Folder

This action opens the selected file or folder. For files, it may launch a built-in viewer or editor depending on the file type. For folders, it displays the folder’s contents in the current view. Users can also trigger this action by double-clicking.

Action:

 Marks the selected file to move it to another directory.
Use Case: Relocating files without duplication.

4.3.4 Copy 
the File and Folder

Action:This Copiesaction creates a duplicate reference of the selected file toor folder. After copying, users can paste it elsewhere.
Useinto Case:a Duplicatingdifferent fileslocation forwithin sharingthe system. The original file or backupfolder purposes.
remains unchanged.

 

4.3.5 Rename 
the File and Folder

Action:The AllowsRename function lets users change the username of a file or folder to editkeep their files organized. It updates the filename name.
Useinstantly Case:without Correctingaffecting namingthe conventionsfile’s content or clarifyinglocation contentand purpose.prevents duplicate names in the same folder.

Tip:

 Set naming policies for standardization across teams.

4.3.6 Delete 
the File and Folder

Action:The PermanentlyDelete removesfunction allows users to remove files or folders, which are then moved to the selectedRecycle fileBin. fromItems in the directory.
UseRecycle Case:Bin Cleaningcan upbe obsoleterestored or duplicatepermanently files.deleted later.

Warning:

 Deletion may be irreversible unless a recycle bin feature is active.

4.3.7 Orient Drop the File and Folder

Action:The MovesOrient Drop function enables users to share files or pastesfolders previouslywith cut/copiedother contentusers intoeasily. theIt currentallows folder.
Usequick Case:collaboration Completesby filegranting transferaccess actions.to selected items without duplicating them.

Note: Appears only when a file is ready to be pasted.

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4.3.8 Admin Permission

• Admins can manage user access to these options through role-based permissions. For example:
• Restrict Delete or Rename actions for general users.
• Allow Open and Copy actions in shared folders only.