To make a Word document stored on your X:/Y:/H: or USB drive available in a SharePoint folder, follow these steps:

Uploads to certain sites or document stores require the correct permission, please contact the IT Department if you think that you should access an area.

1. Access SharePoint:

1. Open a Web Browser:

• Open a web browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.

2. Navigate to SharePoint:

• De Aston Intranet
• Enter the URL provided by the school's IT department.

3. Login:

• Users should already be logged in, but, if not you can log in Here.
• If Outside the school Log in using your school-provided credentials.

2. Locate the SharePoint Folder:

1. Navigate to the Target Location:

• Browse to the SharePoint site or document library where you want to upload your Word document.

3. Upload the Word Document:

1. Click on "Upload":

• Look for the "Upload" button on the SharePoint interface and click on it.

2. Select the Word Document:

• Browse your local (can be the X:/Y:/H: or USB) drive to locate the Word document you want to upload.

3. Click "Open" or "Upload":

• Select the Word document from your local drive and click "Open" or "Upload" to initiate the upload process.

4. Verify Upload and Access:

1. Check the Upload Status:

• Once the upload is complete, you should see the Word document listed in the SharePoint folder.

2. Test Access:

• Test access to the document by clicking on its name to open it in the browser. Ensure that you can view and edit the document as expected.

Additional Tips:

1. Sync with OneDrive:

• Consider syncing the SharePoint folder with your OneDrive for Business if you need offline access to the document. This allows you to work on the document even when you're not connected to the internet.

2. Share the Document:

• Share the document with other users or groups if necessary. You can do this by selecting the document, clicking on the "Share" button, and entering the email addresses of the recipients.

3. Version History:

• SharePoint automatically tracks version history for documents. If you make changes to the document over time, you can view previous versions and restore them if needed.

By following these steps, you can easily make a Word document stored on your local drive available in a SharePoint folder, enabling seamless collaboration and access for your team or organization.