Scotch Central: Overview & Access
WHAT IS SCOTCH CENTRAL
Scotch Central is our central file library for all shared staff resources.
Depending on staff permissions, folder access will vary.
Typically, staff will have access to:
- Department folder
- Sub-school folder
- Print
- Policy Connect
WHY SCOTCH CENTRAL [SharePoint]
- You can access files anytime anywhere providing any device with a unified experience
- It modernizes the staff experience through file sharing and improved social features
- Real-Time Collaboration on projects and documents
- Finder - Scotch central files (no more S Drive / Staff Shared)
- Version History of each document allows you to roll back the clock or have a working log
- Audit Trails keep you informed on who edited what and when
- Reduce double handling and duplication of assets
ACCESSING SCOTCH CENTRAL
You can access Scotch Central files in multiple ways:
1. MICROSOFT TEAMS
Open Teams > Department Team > General Channel > Files tab > Scotch Central Files
Be mindful that folders created in teams outside of the Scotch Central folder will only be accessible in teams; it is recommended that staff save shared resources inside the Scotch Central library.
2. SHAREPOINT ONLINE
Log in to Microsoft 365 in the browser > Apps > SharePoint > Scotch Central
TIP: Save Scotch Central to your browser favourites for quick access.
3. FINDER
If you prefer to access your files through the Finder, you will need to follow the steps outlined in the article below to sync the Scotch Central Library to your MacBook (like you do with your OneDrive).
By syncing to Finder, you can quickly save documents you are working on in the desktop apps directly to this location. Please refer to the following article for instructions on syncing Scotch Central to Finder.
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