Windows 10 users with a large number of pictures distributed across folders in Box Drive often find themselves waiting for folders to open just to see thumbnails. In this article, we will discuss how to make image browsing in Box Drive on Windows 10 more efficient.
Enable Offline Caching
One way to speed up image browsing in Box Drive is by enabling offline caching. This feature allows you to access your files, including images, without an internet connection. Here's how to enable offline caching:
- Sign in to your Box Drive account.
- Right-click on the folder you want to make available offline and select
Make available offline. - Repeat the process for all folders containing images you want to access offline.
Use the Box Sync Application
Another way to make image browsing faster in Box Drive on Windows 10 is by using the Box Sync application. This application syncs your Box Drive files to your local machine, allowing you to access them more quickly. Here's how to set up Box Sync:
- Download and install the Box Sync application from the Box website.
- Sign in to your Box Drive account in the application.
- Select the folders you want to sync and click
Sync Now.
Use the Preview Pane
Windows Explorer's preview pane allows you to view the contents of a file without opening it. This feature can be useful when browsing image folders in Box Drive. Here's how to enable the preview pane:
- Open File Explorer.
- Right-click on an empty area in the right pane and select
Preview pane>Show preview pane. - Navigate to your Box Drive folder and select the image file you want to preview.
Use the Box Drive Web Application
The Box Drive web application allows you to access your files from any web browser. It also offers a faster browsing experience compared to the desktop application. Here's how to access your Box Drive files in the web application:
- Go to the Box Drive website.
- Sign in to your Box Drive account.
- Navigate to the folder containing your images.
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