Copying Documents¶
Create copies of documents in different locations while preserving the original.
How to Copy a Document¶
Method 1: Edit Menu¶
- Select the document(s) by clicking the checkbox
- Go to Edit → Copy
- Navigate to the destination folder
- Go to Edit → Paste
Method 2: Right-Click Menu¶
- Right-click on the document
- Select Copy
- Navigate to the destination folder
- Right-click in the folder
- Select Paste
What Gets Copied¶
| Item | Copied |
|---|---|
| Document content | Yes |
| Properties | Yes |
| Version history | No (current version only) |
| Security settings | No (inherits from destination) |
| Comments | No |
New Document Created
The copy is a completely new document with its own properties, security, and version history. Changes to the copy do not affect the original.
Copy vs Move¶
| Operation | Original | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Copy | Preserved | Two copies exist |
| Move | Removed | Document relocated |
Copying to Different Libraries¶
You can copy documents between libraries if you have:
- Read access to the source document
- Write access to the destination folder
Cross-Library Copies
When copying to a different library, the document will inherit the destination library's policies and security settings.