Share files and images
Upload and share files, images, and other media in text channels.
Upload a file
- Desktop
- Mobile
- Select the Attach icon (paperclip) in the message field.
- Choose the file from your computer.
- Optionally, add a message.
- Press Enter to send.
You can also drag and drop files directly into the message field.
- Select the Attach icon (paperclip) in the message field.
- Select File or Photo Library.
- Choose the file or image.
- Optionally, add a message.
- Tap the Send icon (paper airplane).
Take and share a photo
- Desktop
- Mobile
This feature is not available on desktop. Upload photos from your computer using the Attach icon (paperclip).
- Select the Attach icon (paperclip) in the message field.
- Tap Camera.
- Take a photo.
- Tap Use Photo to attach it.
- If prompted, choose whether to allow Root to save the photo to your photo library. The photo is attached to your message regardless of your choice.
- Optionally, add a message.
- Tap the Send icon (paper airplane).
View shared files
- Desktop
- Mobile
Images display as previews in the chat. Select an image to view it full-size.
Files display with a download icon. Select the file name to download it.
Images display as thumbnails. Tap to view full-size.
Files display with a download option. Tap to download or open.