How to link to a folder - not a file

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August 3, 2021
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I need to be able to create a link to a network folder - not to a specific file. We have a folder that contains Training information based on several specific subjects, but I want the user to be able to link to the main Folder and then specifiy which part of the training they need to review. I am using the latest version of RH and have tried multiple ways of linking the Folder through the Hyperlink command. I have even tried importing the Folder into Assets. Each try results in failure. I believe there MUST be a way to link to the Folder without having to list and link ot each individual subject file found in our Training material. Any help will be appreciated!

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Peter Grainge

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I asked Adobe about this and it seems it is possible with the right server settings and permissions. You will need to speak to your IT people.

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VictoriaSHAuthor

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Thakn you, Peter. AS a work around I created a batch file that takes the user to the main Training folder and allows them to choose which specific Training folder they would like to access.

Peter Grainge

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I'm thinking that if browsers could access files it would a hackers dream come true.

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Jeff_Coatsworth

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Don't think that's going to work - the folder would need a share name to be accessed & depending on if the web page is located on a web server or if it's local, determines how the browser is going to let you see it.

Jeff_Coatsworth

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Highly doubtful - browser security would tend to shut that down. What have you tried & where is the HTML page in relation to the folder?

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VictoriaSHAuthor

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The Folder I am trying to link to is outside of the RH project. I have been able to link files outside the project without any problem. Basically, I am highlighting the text I want the user to click, then choosing to Hyperlink to a Local File and path to the Folder I want them to open. I have also imported the Folder as an Asset and tried to link to it that way. I am trying to avoid having to clog up a RH Topic page with a mammoth list of Training subjects and the individudal link to each file. Some Folders contain 20+ files and their are nearly 30 folders in total. That would make for a very busy page...

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