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Embedding Files from Box 📦✨

📌 Who can embed? Content creation permissions in your workspace are granted by your admins, which means that in some instances, not all users have the ability to create and edit content. If you're unsure about your permissions, reach out to your platform admins or our team at support@haystackteam.com.

A Few Fun Facts About Box Embeds

Here are some cool things to keep in mind about embedding files from Box:

  • Permissions Are Respected: Haystack is smart! It respects the original permissions you've set for the file in Box. If a teammate can't access the file in Box, they won't be able to view the embed in Haystack. Instead, they'll see a little "permission denied" screen.

  • Updates Happen Automatically: This is a huge time-saver! When you make any changes to a Box file, the embed in Haystack updates automatically in near-real time. That means no extra work for you—it's super simple and ensures everyone is looking at the most current version.

How to Embed a Box File

Ready to add a file? Just follow these simple, step-by-step instructions.

First, start in Box. 

  1. Navigate to the document that you'd like to embed in your workspace content.
  2. Click the three-dot button, select More Action and then select Embed Widget. 
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  3. Click Copy to copy the embed code. 
  4. Keep this code copied on your clipboard—you'll need it in a second!

Then, return to Haystack to create your content. 

  1. When creating a post, page, or event, click onto a new line in the content body. 
  2. Type the forward slash key / on your keyboard to open the content editor.
  3. Scroll down about halfway down the menu and click on Box.
  4. Paste the Box embed link from your clipboard into the Add URL or Embed Code text box. 
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  5. Click Save. You'll see your Box document embed in-line in your content. 
  6. Click and drag the black resize bar at the bottom of the embed to vertically resize your embed. 
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  7. Continue composing your content and publish!

Go bring that content to life! Happy embedding!

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