# Get Shared Link

> Gets a shared link for a given file. This is different than creating a shared link, as it inherits the file's sharing settings already established.

## Description

Gets a shared link for a given file. This is different than creating a shared link, as it inherits the file's sharing settings already established.

## Project compatibility

Windows | Cross-platform

## Configuration

* **Connection** - The connection established in Integration Service. Access the dropdown menu to choose, add, or manage connections.
* **File** - Select the file for which a shareable link must be generated. Click the Folder ![docs image](https://dev-assets.cms.uipath.com/assets/images/activities/latest-docs-image-368186-c83aa086-df07193d.webp) icon to browse your Dropbox folders. This field supports `IResource` type input.

### Additional properties

#### Output

* **Get shared link** - Automatically generated output variable.