Related Items in Foxit DMS (Document Management System)
Explains how to use the Related Items feature to link connected documents in Foxit DMS Document Management System.
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This article explains how to manage related items in Foxit DMS, including linking, viewing, and removing items.
Related Items in Foxit DMS
The Related Items feature allows you to link files, folders, or templates to a specific file or folder in Foxit DMS. This helps keep relevant content connected, maintain context, and quickly navigate between related documents.
Linking Related Items
- Open a file in the Details View or open a folder in the Edit Details view.
- Scroll to the Related Items section.
- Choose one of the following methods to link an item:
- Enter a URL: Paste the Foxit DMS URL of a file, folder, or template.
- Document ID or Template ID: Enter the system-generated ID to reference a file or template.
- Browse Repository: Select an item from your My Files repository.
- Click Add Item to confirm.
Once added, the linked item will appear in the Related Items list showing: Name, Owner, Creation Date.
Note: Only files, folders, and standard file templates uploaded through Foxit DMS can be linked.
Viewing Related Items
You can open linked items directly from the Related Items list:
- Files or Templates → Opens in the Detail View
- Folders → Opens in Folder View (showing contents)
Removing Related Items
- To remove a linked item, click the X icon next to the item in the Related Items list.