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title: File Browser
slug: file-browser
createdAt: 2026-01-13T15:50:18.427Z
---

## Overview

Your files on Floyo are organized in a cloud-based file system that persists across sessions. Use the File Browser (My Files) to upload, organize, and manage all your workflow assets.

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## Opening the File Browser

Click the **folder icon** in the left sidebar (middle icon) to open the File Browser panel.

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## Folder Structure

Your workspace contains six main folders:

| Folder                | Purpose                                                         | Notes                                     |
| --------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| **inputs**            | Images, videos, and other files you upload for use in workflows | Files uploaded via nodes also appear here |
| **outputs**           | Generated results from your workflow runs                       | Organized by run                          |
| **models**            | Your uploaded LoRA models                                       | Personal models only                      |
| **temp**              | Temporary files created during workflow execution               | Auto-cleared periodically                 |
| **community\_inputs** | Shared input files from community workflows                     | Read-only                                 |
| **community\_models** | Shared models from the Floyo library                            | Read-only                                 |

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## Uploading Files

### Method 1: File Browser Upload

1. Open the File Browser
2. Navigate to the destination folder (typically `inputs`)
3. Click the **upload icon** (↑) in the toolbar
4. Select files from your computer

### Method 2: Node Upload

Many nodes have a "choose file to upload" option that opens your system file picker. Files uploaded this way are automatically saved to your `inputs` folder.



**Supported file types:**

- Images: PNG, JPG, JPEG, WEBP, GIF
- Video: MP4, MOV, WEBM
- Models: SafeTensors (LoRAs only for personal uploads)
- Other: JSON, TXT (for captions/metadata)

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## Managing Files

### Navigating Folders

- Click a folder to open it
- Use the **breadcrumb path** at the top to navigate back (e.g., "My Files / inputs")
- Click the **back arrow** (←) to return to the parent folder

### File Information

Each file displays:

- **Thumbnail preview** (for images/videos)
- **Filename**
- **Date modified** (MM/DD/YY H\:MM AM/PM)
- **File size**

### View Options

Toggle between **grid view** and **list view** using the toolbar icons.



### Toolbar Actions

| Icon  | Action                  |
| ----- | ----------------------- |
| ↑     | Upload files            |
| ↓     | Download selected files |
| 📁+   | Create new folder       |
| ≡ / ⊞ | Toggle list/grid view   |
| ↻     | Refresh file list       |



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## File Options (Three-Dot Menu)

Hover over any file or folder to reveal the **three-dot menu** (⋮) in the top-right corner of the tile. Click it to access file actions.


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### Standard Options (All Folders)

| Option        | Description                           |
| ------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| **Rename**    | Change the file or folder name        |
| **Download**  | Download the file to your computer    |
| **Delete**    | Permanently remove the file or folder |
| **Copy To**   | Copy the file to another folder       |
| **Move To**   | Move the file to another folder       |
| **Copy path** | Copy the full file path to clipboard  |

### Additional Option (Non-Input Folders Only)

| Option                 | Description                                                                                                                     |
| ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Copy path as input** | Copies the file path formatted for use in workflow nodes. Use this to reference output files as inputs in subsequent workflows. |

:::BlockQuote
**💡 Tip:** "Copy path as input" appears in `outputs`, `models`, `temp`, and other folders—but not in `inputs` (since those files are already accessible as inputs).
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### Using Copy Path vs Copy Path as Input

- **Copy path** — Copies the file path in standard format:

```text
#inputs/image.png
```

- **Copy path as input** — Copies the path with the `(as-input)` prefix so workflow nodes recognize it as an input:

```text
(as-input)#outputs/AceFaceSwap/result.png
```

Paste copied paths directly into node input fields that accept file paths.

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## Working with Files

### Copying Files

To copy files between folders:

1. Select the file(s)
2. Click **Copy to**
3. Choose the destination folder

### Moving Files

To move files:

1. Select the file(s)
2. Click **Move to**
3. Choose the destination folder

### Deleting Files

To delete files:

1. Select the file(s)
2. Click the **delete icon** (🗑)
3. Confirm deletion

⚠️ **Warning:** Deleted files cannot be recovered.



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## Creating Folders

1. Navigate to the parent folder where you want to create a subfolder
2. Click the **new folder icon** in the toolbar
3. Enter a folder name
4. Press Enter or click Create

Subfolders help you organize inputs by project or category.

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## File Persistence & Auto-Cleanup

### Free Plan Users

Files in `outputs` and `temp` are automatically deleted after **72 hours** to manage storage.

**To preserve important outputs:**

- Download files to your computer before they expire
- Upgrade to a paid plan for persistent storage

### Paid Plan Users

Files persist indefinitely until manually deleted or storage limit is reached.

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## Tips & Best Practices

1. **Organize inputs by project** - Create subfolders in `inputs` to keep assets organized
2. **Download important outputs immediately** - Especially on free plans
3. **Monitor storage usage** - Check the indicator at the bottom of File Browser
4. **Use descriptive filenames** - Makes it easier to find files in node dropdowns
5. **Clear unused files regularly** - Delete old inputs and outputs to free up space

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## Troubleshooting

### Files not appearing after upload

- Click the **refresh button** (↻) in the toolbar
- Check you're in the correct folder
- Verify the file type is supported

### Upload fails

- Check your remaining storage space
- Ensure file size doesn't exceed limits
- Try a different browser or clear cache

### Can't delete files

- Ensure you have permission (community files are read-only)
- Check if file is currently in use by a running workflow

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## Related Documentation

- [Uploading Models](https://docs.floyo.ai/upload-lora-models)
- [Running Workflows](https://docs.floyo.ai/running-workflows)

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