Overview
Upload, download, and manage files in Box cloud storage. Includes folder navigation, file upload workflow, download operations, and folder creation.
URLs
| Page | URL | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Home | https://app.box.com/ | Box home/all files |
| Folder | https://app.box.com/folder/{FOLDER_ID} | Direct folder access |
| File | https://app.box.com/file/{FILE_ID} | Direct file preview |
Critical Constraints
- Authentication Required: Box requires login (SSO/Microsoft common). If redirected to login page, user must authenticate manually
- URL Format: Use
https://app.box.com/folder/{ID}for general access - Dynamic Elements: Button refs change per page load - always take fresh snapshot before interacting
- Upload Flow: Multi-step process requiring file picker interaction
Workflow: Navigate to Folder
1. Access Folder Directly
Navigate to https://app.box.com/folder/{FOLDER_ID} where {FOLDER_ID} is the numeric folder ID.
2. Verify Page Loaded
Check for:
- Folder name displayed in header
- File/folder list visible
- "Upload" button accessible
3. Handle Login Redirect
If page shows login form instead of folder contents:
- User must complete authentication manually
- Retry folder navigation after login
Workflow: Upload Files
1. Locate Upload Button
Find the "Upload" button (shown as "アップロード" in Japanese UI). Located in the toolbar area above the file list.
2. Click Upload Button
Click the upload button to open the upload dialog.
3. Select Upload Method
Options typically include:
- File upload (single or multiple files)
- Folder upload (entire folder)
4. Use File Picker
Use the file upload tool to select files from local filesystem. Provide absolute path(s) to the file(s).
5. Confirm Upload
Wait for upload progress to complete. Files appear in the folder list when done.
Workflow: Download Files
1. Locate File in List
Find the target file in the folder view.
2. Open Context Menu
Click the "More options" button ("その他のオプション" / three dots icon) next to the file name.
3. Select Download
Click "Download" ("ダウンロード") from the context menu.
4. Retrieve Downloaded File
File downloads to the browser's download location.
Workflow: Create New Folder
1. Click New Button
Find and click the "New" button ("新規") in the toolbar.
2. Select Folder Option
Choose "Folder" from the dropdown menu.
3. Enter Folder Name
Type the desired folder name in the dialog.
4. Confirm Creation
Click create/OK to finish. New folder appears in the list.
Page Structure Reference
Toolbar Elements
| Element | Japanese Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Upload button | アップロード | Upload files or folders |
| New button | 新規 | Create folder or document |
| Share button | 共有 | Share folder/file with others |
File List Elements
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| File/folder rows | List items with name, modified date, size |
| Checkbox | Select items for bulk actions |
| More options | Three-dot menu for file actions |
| Star/favorite | Mark items as favorites |
Context Menu Actions
| Action | Japanese Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Download | ダウンロード | Download file to local |
| Share | 共有 | Share link or invite |
| Delete | 削除 | Move to trash |
| Rename | 名前の変更 | Rename file/folder |
| Move/Copy | 移動/コピー | Move or copy to another folder |
| Add to Collection | コレクションに追加 | Organize into collections |
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Redirected to login | Session expired or not logged in | User must login manually (SSO/Microsoft) |
| Upload button not found | Page not fully loaded | Take fresh snapshot, wait for toolbar to render |
| File not appearing after upload | Upload still in progress | Wait for progress indicator to complete, refresh if needed |
| Download not starting | Popup blocked | Check browser popup settings |
| Folder access denied | No permission | Verify folder sharing permissions |
Notes
- Direct folder URLs (
/folder/{ID}) are the most reliable navigation method - File IDs and folder IDs are numeric strings (12 digits typically)
- Box supports drag-and-drop upload in the web UI
- Large files may take time to process after upload completes
- Collections help organize files across different folders