Microsoft 365 Resources for Faculty

Frequently Asked Questions

Sharing at the folder level saves time—you only need to set permissions once instead of adjusting access for each file individually.

Yes, all files and subfolders within the parent folder will be accessible to the group. If you post the link to individual files in your course, only enrolled students will have access.

No. Students will only see the specific file you’ve shared. Other files in the same folder remain private unless shared separately.

By default, files are view-only and downloadable. If you want students to collaborate or make changes, change the sharing permissions to “Can edit.”

In the Share dialog box, start typing the group names to see matching options. Common group names include:

Undergraduate Students

  • Kirkland Undergraduate Students

Graduate Students:

  • CFLS Graduate Students
  • COM Graduate Students
  • CSBS Graduate Students
  • SOB Graduate Students
  • SOE Graduate Students
  • SPAM Graduate Students

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