How to Upload Files to a SharePoint Site Library
- George Apostolov
How to Upload Files to a SharePoint Site Library: step-by-step guide
Go to the left-side panel and then select the site library where you wish to add new files.
After that, tap 'Upload'.
Choose 'Files' from the list of options. Subsequently, browse your local storage and select the files you want to upload.
After completing these steps, the files will be uploaded to the selected site library.
Quick answer: To upload files in SharePoint, select the target site library from the left-side panel. Next, tap Upload and choose Files from the list. Browse your local storage to select the desired files. Once completed, your files will be successfully uploaded to the chosen site library.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Add files to your SharePoint site library by selecting the library, tapping Upload, choosing Files, and browsing local storage. This guide shows how to upload Files to a SharePoint Site Library in 4 steps, starting with "Go to the left-side panel and then select the site library where you wish to add new files" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the files will be uploaded to the selected site library". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to upload Files to a SharePoint Site Library?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: Automate Teams tabs from SharePoint with Zapier, How to Access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint and How to Add a Calendar Event to SharePoint Sites. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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