FileFlow allows you to browse, search, share, and download files stored in a PhotoShelter account using your iPhone. This is especially useful for real-time workflows and accessing files on-the-go.
This mobile app was designed for users who have download access to Collections and Galleries within a PhotoShelter for Brands account.
System Requirements
Using FileFlow as an Invited User
FAQ
System Requirements
FileFlow supports the latest version of iOS and Android. To use FileFlow, you will need a PhotoShelter for Brands account or Single-Sign On credentials if your organization has SSO configured.
Using FileFlow as an Invited User
- To get started, download the app from the App Store (Apple devices) or the Google Play Store (Android devices).
- Once you’ve downloaded the app, log into FileFlow with your email address and PhotoShelter account password. If your organization has Single Sign-On configured, tap the "Log in with SSO" button. On the next screen, you'll be prompted to enter your organization's portal URL and then will be redirected to the SSO login page.
- Once you have logged into the app, the "Your Access" screen will show any PhotoShelter accounts whose content you can download.
- Tap on an account to view the structure of the content you can access.
- Tap on the name of the content you want to open up. When browsing, you'll only see files that the account owner has given you permission to download. If you would like further permission to download more content, you will need to contact the PhotoShelter for Brands account owner who originally sent you the invitation to the Collection/Gallery you are viewing.
Viewing Content
- Pull down to refresh a gallery (useful during a live event, when files are still being uploaded to the gallery).
- Tap the Sort icon to sort files within a gallery:
- Tap the Mode icon to view files in a list format as opposed to the thumbnail grid:
- Tap on a file to see it in single file view.
- Swipe between files in a gallery when you’re in single file view.
- Tap the Info icon to view file metadata:
- Pinch to zoom in or out on an image.
Searching for Content
- Once you've selected an account to view, tap the Search icon at the top left of your screen to search the account (it looks like a magnifying glass).
- To search a specific gallery or collection, tap in the center pane to open the collection or gallery before clicking the Search icon.
Downloading Content
- When you download your first file, you’ll be prompted to grant access to the Photos app on your iPhone.
- To download a single image, tap the Download icon while in single file view:
- To download multiple files, tap the Select icon while in gallery view:
- Select the file(s) you want to take action on, then tap the Download icon. To deselect all files, tap the Select icon again.
- When you download your first file, you’ll be prompted to grant access to the Photos app on your iPhone.
- Tap the Download Queue icon to see the progress of downloads, or retry failed downloads.
- Depending on the file type, your files will download to the Photos and/or Files app on your iPhone.
Sharing Content
- To share a single image, tap the Share icon while in single file view:
- You can customize your Share options by scrolling over within the Share dialog and tapping "More."
- To share multiple files, tap the Select icon while in gallery view:
- Select the file(s) you want to take action on, then tap the Share icon. To deselect all files, tap the Select icon again.
App Settings
- On the “Your Access” screen, tap on your user avatar in the top-left corner.
- You can choose to download large files (>150 MB) via WiFi only, or turn this setting off if you want to download using cellular data.
- To log out of the app, click the "Log Out" link.
FAQ
Can I use the app to view and download password-protected content?
No. Only content that the PhotoShelter for Brands account owner has invited you to to see and download using your specific email address as a login will display in the FileFlow app.