Find what you need fast in Workly Drive with views, sorting, filters, and quick views like Starred, Shared, and Trash.
Switch between Grid and List view
Toggle between two views from the toolbar:
- Grid view — Card-style icons with thumbnails, great for visual scanning
- List view — Table layout with columns for name, type, size, and modified date
Sort items
Open the Sort menu and pick:
- Name
- Created
- Modified
- Size
Toggle the direction with the up/down indicator (A → Z or Z → A).
Group folders
The Sort menu also lets you choose how folders mix with files:
- Folders first
- Files first
- Mixed
Filter
Use the filter chips to narrow the view by:
- File type — Folders, Documents, Spreadsheets, Presentations, PDFs, Images, Videos, Audio, Archives
- Created date — Today, Last 7 days, Last 30 days, This year, Last year, or Custom range
- Modified date — Same options as Created
Click Clear filters to remove all active filters in one click.
Quick views
- Starred — Items you’ve starred for quick access
- Shared — Files and folders shared with you by others
- Trash — Recently deleted items
Frequently asked questions
How do I switch Drive between Grid and List view?
Use the Grid View / List View toggle in the toolbar. Grid shows thumbnails; List shows columns for name, type, size, and modified date.
Can I sort by file size?
Yes. Open the Sort menu and pick Size. You can also sort by Name, Created, or Modified.
How do I find recently modified files?
Open the Filter chip for Modified date and pick Today, Last 7 days, Last 30 days, This year, Last year, or set a custom range.
Where do I see only the files shared with me?
The Shared quick view lists every file or folder shared with you by others.
