CKB112 - Accessing M-Files Desktop
Knowledge Base Article: Accessing M-Files Desktop
When M-Files Desktop is installed and your vault connections are set up, you see all the vault connections on your M-Files drive in File Explorer.
Opening M-Files Desktop
To use M-Files, use one of the following methods:
- Select the M-Files icon on your desktop
- Use the Windows Start menu
- Use the M-Files drive in File Explorer
Classic vs. New M-Files Desktop
There are two versions of M-Files Desktop that you can use:
- The classic M-Files Desktop (this user guide)
- The new M-Files Desktop (refer to the user guide for M-Files Web and the new M-Files Desktop)
To switch between the two versions, use the NEW toggle in the top area of the interface.
Logging In
To log in to a vault:
- Double-select a vault on the M-Files drive to log in
- To log in as a different user, open the context menu for the vault and select Log In as
Note: If M-Files cannot use your Windows credentials for the login, the system asks you for your credentials when you open the vault.Prerequisites
Before you can access your M-Files vault, your M-Files system administrator must have completed the following:
- Set up the M-Files system
- Set up the vault
- Added a vault connection for you
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