How to remove file upload option for the particular user

Issue

• How to remove or add the file upload option in the web content for the specific user.

Environment

• Liferay DXP 7.4

Resolution

• The following are the steps that can be taken to achieve this: 

1. Log in as an administrator.
2. Navigate to the Control Panel > Users > Users and Organization.
3. Create a new user.
4. Now, go to Control Panel > Roles. Create a new regular role.
5. Assign the newly created role to the specific user.
6. Click on the new role and select the 'Define Permission' tab.
7. Then, navigate to the Site and Asset Library administration > Content & Data > Document and Media.
8. Under the 'Resource Permission' > Documents. If it is checked, then uncheck the 'Add Document' checkbox.

Observed Behaviour: Log in as a newly created user, the option to upload the file will not be visible.

 

Additional Information

• Attached video for reference: How to remove file upload option for the particular user
• Understanding Roles and Permissions