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Files uploaded from the web have Agent Access on by default. A supported file becomes available to an agent after it processes successfully.

Check agent access

The file detail page shows the current setting as a read-only badge. There is no control in Files to change it.
Agent access badge on file detail page
There is no progress indicator. A supported file that processes successfully may take about a minute after upload to become available to agents.

Use supported file formats

Agents read text extracted from supported files that process successfully. See supported file formats before uploading.

Control who can read files

Files stay within your business. Agents in other businesses cannot read them. Agents need the relevant file-tool permissions, such as Ask Files, Search Files, List Files, or Download File, to work with file content.

Next steps

Upload files

Upload files for agents to read

Agents

Configure which agents can read files
Last modified on September 11, 2026