Apple Duo 270C manual Working with privileges that others have set, Icon Meaning

nKeep a folder private but allow others to place files or folders into it. People on the network can deposit files or folders into this folder but only the owner can see, remove, or change its contents. (This configuration is sometimes called a drop box.)

nSet up a folder as a bulletin board. People can open and read the files in this folder but cannot change them. Only the owner can add files.

Working with privileges that others have set

When you are using the By Icon or By Small Icon view, the appearance of shared folders indicates the access you have.

Icon Meaning

A darkened tab indicates that you own the folder and can set its access privileges.

A plain tab indicates that you can open and use the folder.

A strap indicates that you cannot open and use the folder.

A strap with an arrow indicates that you can put files or folders into the folder, but you cannot open it or use any files or folders within it.

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