Viewing File Properties

View detailed information about a file, including its size, type, dates, owner, sharing status, and version details. 
 Opening File Properties 
 
 Right-click the file.
 
 
 Select Properties . 
 The properties panel opens.
 
 
 
 Basic Information 
 
 Name — The file name 
 Type — The file type, such as document, spreadsheet, or presentation 
 Size — The file size shown in KB or MB 
 Location — The folder path where the file is stored 
 
 Date Information 
 
 Created — When the file was first created 
 Modified — The last time the file was changed 
 Accessed — The last time the file was opened
 
 
 
 Version Information 
 
 Number of saved versions 
 Access to version history or older versions, if available
 
 
 
 Using Properties 
 Check File Size 
 Useful before downloading, emailing, or sharing a file. 
 
 Verify Ownership 
 Confirm who controls the file and who originally created it. 
 
 Check Dates 
 Review when the file was created, last modified, or last opened. 
 
 Editing Properties 
 Some properties may be editable, depending on your workspace: 
 
 File name 
 Content expiring date 
 
 Other properties, such as file size and system dates, are managed automatically. 
 Why File Properties Are Useful 
 
 Help identify the correct file quickly 
 Show whether a file is current or outdated 
 Make it easier to confirm ownership before editing or sharing 
 Let you review sharing and version details in one place 
 
 Tips 
 
 Check properties before sharing a file externally 
 Review the Modified date to make sure you are using the latest file 
 Use properties to confirm the file location if you need to move or organize it 
 Look at version details before restoring or comparing older content