How to update a file on Facebook

I've uploaded a PDF document to a Facebook Group that I am a member of. I want to upload a newer version of the file without having the old one there. Can I do it without deleting the old one and posting a new message?

Best Answer

This seems a little counter-intuitive, but you can add a revision to the original post.

  1. Find the post where you added the file
  2. Click the Upload Revision button
    How to update a file on Facebook
  3. You'll get information on the file, including all revisions. Click the "Upload New Version" button
    How to update a file on Facebook
  4. Select your file and upload

If you need to get rid of a revision, follow the advice in this answer, except choose "Delete file revision" from the post menu.

Newer versions of Facebook have moved the link. Go to the Files section of the group and click on the menu (three vertical dots) next to the file to find "upload revision".

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If you need to get rid of a revision, follow the advice in this answer, except choose "Delete file revision" from the post menu.

Newer versions of Facebook have moved the link. Go to the Files section of the group and click on the menu (three vertical dots) next to the file to find "upload revision".

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Any group member can edit the document by clicking the File tab on the group page, selecting the document from the list of files and then clicking the "Edit Doc" link next to the document name.

How do I upload a file to Facebook?

Quick list: how to share a PDF on a Facebook page..
Switch to Business Mode. From a web browser, navigate to Facebook's home page and sign in. ... .
Add menu. ... .
Choose your files. Facebook will give you the option to upload photos or PDFs. ... .
Add a description..

Where is the file tab on Facebook?

Go to a group and tap More below the group's cover photo. Tap View Group Info. Tap Files. Tap a file to view it.