Adding files and folders

Upload elements such as photos or videos and use Cloud synchronisation to gain access to your files at any time and anywhere, from your smartphone, tablet or PC.

Info:

For this feature, please ensure that you have granted permission for the use of your photos by the GMX Cloud App for iOS. If access is denied, you can grant permission in your iPhone or iPad settings under “Data protection – photos”.

1. Tap the plus symbol on the upper right in the menu bar.

   
   
   
   

   A context menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap Pick photos.

   
   
   
   

   The window Images will open, showing all device folders that contain photos or videos.
3. Choose the photos or videos you want to upload and then tap Done, to upload them.
   The elements will be uploaded in the background. Afterwards, you have the option of moving uploaded elements to other folders.

Creating new folders in your Cloud can help you to manage your files more efficiently and make them easier to find.

1. Tap the folder settings symbol on the upper right in the menu bar.

   
   
   
   

   A context menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap on Create a folder.

   
   
   
   

   The Create new folder window will open.
3. Enter a folder name and confirm by tapping Done.

You have created a new folder, where you can save files such as photos or videos. Using Cloud synchronisation, you can gain access to the newly created folder via your GMX mailbox or Cloud for Windows.

The GMX Cloud App for iOS offers you the option of taking photos directly from the app itself, using your device’s camera. The photos taken will then be saved directly in your GMX Cloud App for iOS.

Info:

For this feature, please ensure that you have granted permission for the use of your camera by the GMX Cloud App for iOS. If access is denied, you can grant permission in your iPhone or iPad settings under “Data protection – camera”.

1. Tap the plus symbol on the upper right in the menu bar.

   
   
   
   

   A context menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.
2. Tap Take a picture.

   
   
   
   

   Your device‘s camera application will be opened.
3. Take a photo.
   • If you are not happy with the photo taken, tap Take again to retake the shot.
   • If you are happy with the photo, tap Use photo to save it in your Cloud.

You have taken a photo and saved it directly with your GMX Cloud App for iOS.