Managing and sharing key project documents can be a challenging task for molecular modelers, especially when multiple collaborators, varying permissions, and sensitive data are involved. SAMSON Connect provides an integrated solution to simplify document sharing and access management, helping you focus on the science rather than logistical hurdles.
With SAMSON Connect, you can easily upload, manage, and share an unlimited number of documents tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re distributing new findings in your research group or collaborating with external teams, here’s how SAMSON Connect can enhance your document-sharing workflow:
Publishing Documents: A Flexible Approach
Sharing your work begins with publishing your document. On SAMSON Connect, you can navigate to Home > Publish in the SAMSON interface to access the publishing dialog window. There, you’ll fill in essential details, such as:
- Document name
- Description
- Visibility settings
The document visibility options are designed to meet diverse collaboration needs:
- Public – Anyone can access the document, but editing requires explicit permissions.
- Hidden – A link is required to access the document, but editing still requires permissions.
- Restricted – Access and editing rights must explicitly be granted.
Click “Publish document” to share it, and SAMSON Connect will generate a link to your document for easy distribution. You can review and manage all your shared documents directly from your SAMSON Connect account.
Advanced Access Management
One of the standout features is the Advanced Permissions Management. If you’re a document owner, SAMSON Connect lets you precisely control who can view, edit, or manage your documents. This level of granularity ensures that your data reaches the right people with the right permissions.
Here’s how you can adjust settings:
- Set document visibility to Public, Hidden, or Restricted.
- Grant access rights directly to individual collaborators by searching their username, full name, or email address.
- Assign access permissions to entire groups, streamlining collaboration for teams working on the same project.
The system also supports updating roles and revoking access effortlessly, giving you complete control over your shared content.
Seamless Integration for All Molecular Modelers
If you often share related files with the same collaborators, SAMSON Connect’s group functionality will make your workflow even smoother. Create groups—public or private—based on your current projects, and share documents efficiently with selected members. You can find all your groups and manage their memberships from SAMSON Connect’s interface.
Publishing and managing documents on SAMSON Connect brings efficiency and transparency to your collaborative efforts. To learn more about how you can leverage these functionalities, visit this section of the SAMSON documentation.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON at SAMSON Connect.