diff --git a/FAQ.md b/FAQ.md index 9460fef25d..ce4bb916b9 100644 --- a/FAQ.md +++ b/FAQ.md @@ -2896,6 +2896,12 @@ Messages, attachments, etc stored on external storage media, like an sdcard, can See [here](https://developer.android.com/training/data-storage) for the details. Instead, consider to use [adoptable storage](https://source.android.com/devices/storage/adoptable). +Since version 1.1829 is it possible to store attachments to external storage space private to the app (except for file managers) via an option in the debug panel. +You can enable the debug panel by enabling debug mode in the miscellaneous settings (last option). +To prevent ongoing operations from storing attachments at the old location +you should disable receiving messages in the receive settings and wait until all operations have been completed before changing this option. +Please be aware that removing the storage space will inevitably result in problems, which is one of the reasons why this option is hidden. + When needed you can save (raw) messages via the three-dots menu just above the message text and save attachments by tapping on the floppy icon.