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Transfer files from your host computer into DaDesktop

We've had a lot of requests for a feature that lets trainers copy files from their personal laptop or desktop straight into the DaDesktop machine. These could be presentation slides, ISO installers for a nested virtualisation setup for running several servers and desktops, or simply everyday files needed for a training app.

Our team recently rolled out a simple drag-and-drop file transfer feature in the latest Windows 10 and most Linux templates. Now you can just grab files from your own machine (your laptop or desktop) and drop them right into DaDesktop.

Files being dragged and dropped

 

Right now, you can only transfer a single file at a time, but if you need to move multiple files, just zip them up and drag the archive across. The transfer system splits large files into chunks to keep things efficient, and you'll get the best results with a high-speed fibre connection. Any folder structure inside the archive (like a zip file) stays intact.
  

Uploaded files in DaDesktop


For Linux templates, at the moment there's no desktop shortcut to the Uploads folder like you'd see on Windows. Instead, you'll find your files in this location:

/home/student/uploads-to-dadesktop

In short:

OS Templates that currently have this feature enabled

OS Templates that do not have this feature enabled (as yet)

Keep in mind that this is an early release, and we'll be expanding it soon.

If you have any feedback, reach out to us via DaDesktop Technical support chat.