When a document is shared in a "chat", can I view it WITHOUT being forced to download it?

[OtherStreetCS]

I love being able to share photos and documents in the chat feature, but when its a document, it forces a download in order to view it, that just creates files I need to delete from my computer later, often times I just need to view what is shared with me, don't need or want to download it.  When it is a photo, I can view without being forced to download.  Is there a way to turn off the forced download?

[Bort · Accepted solution]

Hi @OtherStreetCS 

The only way to view an image without downloading a copy locally, would be for the host to share their screen with the image displayed. Images or files sent via in-meeting chat must be downloaded before they can be viewed. 

Hope that helps and please make sure to mark the solution as accepted if this information is what you needed.

[emily22]

Hi Bort, does the same answer apply to files sent through zoom team chat? 

[Bort]

Hi @emily22 

Yes, a file must be downloaded, even if to a temp location, for the file to be viewed in Team Chat as well.