How to Set Up a Shared Folder (4 Steps)

1. Click the Windows 'Start' button and then click 'Documents.' Double-click the document folder you want to share.
2. Click the 'Share With' button at the top of your Windows Explorer screen. This lists several groups you can set to have access to your folder. Select 'Specific People.'
3. Select a group or a specific person to whom you want to give access. Click 'OK' to save your settings.
4. Return to your Windows Explorer window. On the left side, click 'Network.' This expands a list of computers on your network including your local computer. Click your computer name to view a list of shared folders. You should see your shared folder, which you just configured. This is a good way to verify your shared folder settings.