File attachments are files directly added to supported content types instead of the File Manager. Adding a file attachment lets you tie it to the content's lifecycle, ensuring it doesn't outlive the content.
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Use file attachments
While many file attachments can be previewed and downloaded, some cannot and will only offer a download option. For a list of file types that can be previewed, see the File preview section in File.
For instructions on downloading file attachments, see Download a file attachment.
Add file attachments
As a workplace administrator, site administrator, or creator, you can add file attachments to the following content types:
When a file attachment is added to the content, the attachment will respect the access permissions applied to the content. Additionally, keep in mind that:
- Maximum file attachments: Content can have a maximum of 20 file attachments.
- File size: Each file attachment must be smaller than 2 GB.
- Indexing: File attachments are indexed for search as files. See the Indexing section in Search.
- Content versioning: File attachments are supported for content versioning.
- Video file preview: Videos uploaded as a file attachment before November 21, 2025, will not be previewable.
For more information, see Add file attachments to content.
Delete file attachments
As a workplace administrator, site administrator, or creator, you can remove file attachments from content to prevent users from viewing it. For more information, see Delete file attachments from content.