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# Update file
You can update a file by either **dragging and dropping** a new version onto the folder where the file is located, or by using the **Update file** dialog.
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**Note:** When using drag and drop to update a file, the new version must have the **exact same filename** and be of the **same file type** as the existing one. Otherwise, it will be uploaded as a **new file** instead of updating the current version.
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If you want to update a file using the **Update file dialog**, follow these steps
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Navigate to `Files` in the main menu.
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Go to your file and click the `Menu-icon` to the right of the file name.
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Select the `Update file` menu option.
The **file previewer** will open with the **details panel** visible showing the **versions tab.**
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Click the `Upload new file version` button.
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In the dialog that appears, either drag and drop the new version of the file, or click to browse and select it manually.
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Finally, click the `Upload` button.
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Learn more about [file versioning](/using-hippoly/files-and-folders/file-versioning.md) or how to [restore a previous file version](/using-hippoly/files-and-folders/file-versioning.md#restore-a-previous-file-version).
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