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  • Download the file for offline use
  • Upload a new version of the file
  • Rename the file
  • Delete the file
  • Share the file
  • Edit or View the file using a supported app with the "Open With" feature
  • Comment the file
    • Inbox - See notifications and tasks


    Excerpt

    Tell Me

    1. Install the Android Box app and open the application.
    2. Choose I have an account.
    3. At the bottom of the screen, choose More login optionsChoose Login.
    4. Enter your full UMBC email address.
    5. Click Continue.
    6. Enter your email address, username, or campus ID and password and choose Log In.
    7. The Box app will display your files.


    Note
    titleRecommended Security Settings
    • Turn off the Keep me logged in setting
    • Turn on Passcode/Pin LockSet
    • your phone to require the passcode after 5 minutes.Turn on Allow biometric unlock if desired
    • Set the passcode timeout to 5 minutes or less


    Basic Navigation

    Note

    Remember, you are responsible for any files you share or download to a device locally from your Box account!

    At the top right, you can

    • Set sorting options
    • Check on ongoing transfers
    • View and modify account settings

    At the bottom, you can (Icon functions listed from from left to right)

    • Create a Folder - Allows you to create a new folder in your Box account.
    • Upload - Allows you to upload photos, videos, and other files from your phone.
    • Create a File - Allows you to create a new file directly on your phone. [This feature requires a third party app that supports Box.]
    • Settings- Allows you to access your account options and log out.
    • Updates - Shows you recent activity in your Box account.
    • Browse - Browse folders and files; upload and create documents; manage documents and sharing
    • Collections - Manage favorites and other collections
    • Search - Allows you to search files and folders on your Box account.
    Panel
    titleFrom the Folder View you can:
    • Share a file
    • Create a new subfolder
    • Create a new file
    • Upload a new file
    • Access Settings
    Panel
    titleFrom the File View you can:

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