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* You can edit files locally using software like LibreOffice or Microsoft 365 and changes will sync to UnionCloud | * You can edit files locally using software like LibreOffice or Microsoft 365 and changes will sync to UnionCloud | ||
* Desktop notifications | * Desktop notifications | ||
The app is available on Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS. | |||
== Installation == | |||
[[File:NextCloud Desktop App URL.png|alt=A screenshot of the nextcloud desktop app showing what URL to use for LBP Union team members: https://cloud.lbpunion.com|thumb|298x298px]] | |||
=== Install the App === | === Install the App === | ||
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# Select your operating system. | # Select your operating system. | ||
# Download the installation file and install the app. | # Download the installation file and install the app. | ||
[[File:Authenticate the NextCloud desktop app.png|alt=A screenshot of the browser window where the final step to link your NextCloud desktop app to your account is shown. Click Grant Access|thumb|319x319px]] | |||
[[File:Set up UnionCloud storage locations.png|alt=A screenshot showing how to set the default storage location in the NextCloud Desktop app.|thumb|It's okay to uncheck 'Ask for confirmation before synchronizing external storages'.]] | |||
=== Authenticate your login === | === Authenticate your login === | ||
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If you are navigating UnionCloud via the web browser, you can open files locally by opening the hamburger menu (three dots) and clicking 'Open locally'. This will open the file in your operating system's default application for that file type. It only works when the NextCloud desktop app is running. | If you are navigating UnionCloud via the web browser, you can open files locally by opening the hamburger menu (three dots) and clicking 'Open locally'. This will open the file in your operating system's default application for that file type. It only works when the NextCloud desktop app is running. | ||
== Usage == | |||
=== Desktop App === | |||
==== Windows ==== | |||
On Windows, the NextCloud app runs docked to your system tray. Click the carrot in the lower right-hand corner of your screen and find the NextCloud app to access your settings and notifications. | |||
To access your files, use File Explorer to browse the directory where you have your files synced. | |||
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[[Category:Team help]] | [[Category:Team help]] | ||
Latest revision as of 19:42, 4 June 2026
For LBP Union team members, the NextCloud App is very helpful for a number of reasons:
- It allows you to sync LBP Union files to your machine so you don't have to download them from the server.
- You can edit files locally using software like LibreOffice or Microsoft 365 and changes will sync to UnionCloud
- Desktop notifications
The app is available on Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS.
Installation
Install the App
- Visit NextCloud's downloads page.
- Select your operating system.
- Download the installation file and install the app.
Authenticate your login
This works across all platforms.
- When installing the app, use the URL https://cloud.lbpunion.com
- When the app opens your browser to complete authentication, login with Authentik if necessary
- Allow the app to login with your account.
Desktop App
Select a directory to sync
If you'd like to sync files between your machine and UnionCloud, select a file directory to use. It's recommended to use a local directory that doesn't require administrator access. For example:
C:\Users\[USER]\UnionCloud\
If you are able to sync a team folder, you may need to select it manually in the menu.
Open File Locally
If you are navigating UnionCloud via the web browser, you can open files locally by opening the hamburger menu (three dots) and clicking 'Open locally'. This will open the file in your operating system's default application for that file type. It only works when the NextCloud desktop app is running.
Usage
Desktop App
Windows
On Windows, the NextCloud app runs docked to your system tray. Click the carrot in the lower right-hand corner of your screen and find the NextCloud app to access your settings and notifications.
To access your files, use File Explorer to browse the directory where you have your files synced.