1. Open File Explorer. File Explorer is the file management application in Windows. It allows you to manage files, folders, and drives on your computer. You can open File Explorer by pressing the Windows key + E or by clicking on the File Explorer icon in the taskbar.
2. Navigate to the file you want to share. In File Explorer, you can navigate to the file’s location by double clicking on folders or typing the path in the address bar.
3. Right click on the file and select the “Share with” option. This will bring up a menu with different sharing options.
4. Select the “Specific People” option. This will bring up a list of users currently on your network. Pick the person you would like to share the file with. You can also add people from outside your network by typing their email address here.
5. Set the permissions for the file. Depending on the file type, you may have the option to set permissions such as read-only or edit.
6. Click “Share” when you are done setting the permissions. This will send an email invitation to the user with a link to the shared file.
7. Enter an optional message explaining the file or prompting the user to take action.
8. Click “Send” to send the invitation. The user will receive an email with the link to the shared file. They will be able to access it by clicking on the link.
Sharing a file on Windows is a simple process that just requires a few steps. By following these steps, you can quickly and easily share files with anyone on your network or even with people outside your network.