Digs File Uploading Tips & Tricks

Written By JSB (Jason Brown)

Last updated 12 months ago

What is the Drag & Drop Enhancement?

The Drag & Drop Enhancement allows you to effortlessly upload entire folders (including parent and sub-folders) into Digs. Simply drag your folder into the Floor Plan View or the file system view, and Digs will automatically import the structure—making project setup faster, easier, and more organized.

🚀 Why This Matters

  • Faster Setup – Skip manual file uploads and import folders directly from Dropbox, SharePoint, or Google Drive.

  • Better Organization – Maintain your folder structure to stay consistent and efficient.

  • Smarter Integration – Lays the foundation for seamless integrations with cloud storage platforms.

🔑 Key Features

✅ Drag & Drop a Root Folder

Drag a complete folder from your desktop (e.g., Finder or File Explorer) into the Island/Folder system view in Digs.
➡ Digs automatically recreates the folder and sub-folder structure.

✅ Automatic Folder Creation

All parent and sub-folders are preserved on import—no need to rebuild structure manually.

✅ Flexible Organization Tools

Once imported, use drag-and-drop to move files or folders anywhere within your project for streamlined organization.

💡 Tips for Maximizing File Uploads

🗂️ 1. Prepare Your Folders

Before importing, make sure:

  • Folder names are clear and logical

  • Files are organized by purpose (e.g., "Permits", "Design Files", "Invoices")

🔗 2. Use Supported Platforms

  • Works well with Dropbox, SharePoint, and Google Drive

  • Make sure you have the right access permissions before dragging in files

  • If you run into issues, re-authenticate or double-check sharing settings

🧭 3. Utilize the Floor Plan View

  • Dragging directly into the Floor Plan View helps associate files visually with parts of your project

  • Useful for room-specific documentation or trade-specific folders (e.g., Electrical, Plumbing)

🧹 4. Organize After Upload

  • Use drag-and-drop to refine file locations

  • Group files under relevant folders post-import for quick access

🌐 5. Stay Connected

  • For the best results, upload with a strong WiFi or LAN connection

  • 5G is good in the field, but LTE and slower connections may cause interruptions

  • ❗Avoid closing your browser tab during upload—this can disrupt your upload and prevent success/failure feedback