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# Advanced functions in file module

## Overview: advanced Files module actions

The Files module advanced actions let you download files or folders as ZIP, move or delete files, view file details, and open or combine 3D models, and bulk file handling.

* Your role must allow access to the Files module and the folders you act on.
* You can find the menu at Files module - select files - **Menu**.
* This can download, move, or delete project files, and open combined 3D views.

## How to use advanced Files module functions

### Download files to a ZIP
1. Go to the **Files** module in your project.
2. Select the files you want to download.
3. Click **Menu** and choose **Download to ZIP**.

### Download folders to a ZIP
1. Open the **Files** module.
2. Click **Menu** and select **Download Folders/Dirs**.
3. Select the folders you want to download as ZIP archives.

### Upload 3D models (IFC)
1. In the **Files** module, click **Upload**.
2. Select your IFC file and confirm.
3. Wait while CxPlanner converts it into a 3D model.
4. Open the file in the built-in 3D viewer when ready.

### View multiple 3D models at once
1. Select multiple IFC files in the **Files** module.
2. Click **Menu** and select **Combine 3D Models**.
3. Confirm the viewer loads all selected models together.

### Move files between folders
1. Select the file you want to move.
2. Right-click or click **Menu**, then choose **Move File**.
3. Select the destination folder and confirm.

### Delete files
1. Select the file you want to remove.
2. Right-click or click **Menu**, then select **Delete**.
3. Confirm deletion.

### View file details
1. Right-click a file.
2. Select **View Details** to see file size, format, version history, and more.

## Results: advanced Files actions

| Action | Result |
|---|---|
| Download to ZIP | Selected files are packaged for download |
| Download Folders/Dirs | Selected folders are packaged as ZIP archives |
| Upload IFC | CxPlanner converts the file for the 3D viewer |
| Combine 3D Models | Selected models open together in one viewer |
| Move File | File is relocated to the destination folder |
| Delete | File is removed after confirmation |

## Troubleshooting: advanced Files actions

| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Download does not start | No files or folders selected | Select the items first, then use **Menu** - download |
| 3D model will not open | Conversion is still running | Wait until conversion finishes, then open the file again |
| Combine 3D Models is unavailable | One or more files are not converted IFC models | Wait for conversion, or select only ready IFC models |
| Cannot move or delete a file | Your folder permission is below Write | Ask a project **Manager** or **Admin** for Write access on that folder |