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Edit Attachments from Chatter – Open Attachment Form View Easily

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Technical Name chatter_attachment_open_button_odonity
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Availability
Odoo Online
Odoo.sh
On Premise
Odoo Apps Dependencies Discuss (mail)
Lines of code 59
Technical Name chatter_attachment_open_button_odonity
LicenseSee License tab
Websitehttps://www.odonity.com
Versions 16.0 17.0 18.0

Edit Attachments from Chatter

Open and Edit Attachment Form View Directly from Chatter

This productivity-enhancing module lets users open and edit attachments directly from the chatter in form view mode, saving time and clicks. No need to download and reupload documents—just click and edit!

Key Features

  • Open Attachment in Form View from Chatter
  • Direct Access to Edit Attachment Metadata
  • Save Time – No More Downloading/Reuploading
  • Seamlessly Integrated with Odoo Chatter
  • One-Click Convenience for Power Users

Preview Screens

Open Form View Button in Chatter
Open Attachment in Form View

Installation & Usage

  • Copy the module to your Odoo custom addons directory
  • Restart the Odoo server and activate Developer Mode
  • Install the module via the Apps menu
  • Go to any record’s Chatter and click the Form View icon next to attachments

Compatibility

  • Compatible with Odoo 16 Edition
  • Works across all models using Odoo chatter with attachments
  • Simple, lightweight, and highly effective

Need Help or Customization?

Need advanced functionality or integration support? Contact us:

Odonity - Smart Solutions for Smarter Business

Edit Attachments from Chatter – Open Attachment Form View Easily

Edit Attachments from Chatter by Odonity enhances the Odoo user experience by enabling users to open and edit ir.attachment records directly from the chatter attachment list. This powerful tool introduces a new edit (form view) button next to download and delete, making attachment management smoother and more efficient.

With this module, users no longer need to navigate manually to the attachment menu to update file metadata. A single click opens the attachment's form view, allowing updates to fields like name, tags, and related models — all without breaking workflow context.

Ideal for document-heavy environments, support teams, or businesses that manage contracts, designs, or scanned documents regularly within Odoo.

Key Features

  • Edit Button in Chatter Attachments: - Adds an intuitive pencil/edit icon beside download and delete.
  • Direct Form View Access: - Open the ir.attachment form without leaving the current screen.
  • Streamlined Attachment Management: - Modify file details such as name, type, and related model directly.
  • Improved Productivity: - Reduce clicks and time spent locating attachments in backend menus.
  • Fully Integrated with Odoo Chatter: - Seamlessly extends the standard Odoo interface.
  • Secure and Permission-Aware: - Respects existing access rights and attachment permissions.
  • Made by Odonity – Trusted Odoo Experts: - Clean codebase, future-proof, and backed by professional support.

Installation

  1. Copy this module into your Odoo custom addons directory.
  2. Restart your Odoo server.
  3. Enable Developer Mode from Settings > Activate the Developer Mode.
  4. Go to Apps, click Update Apps List, and install Edit Attachments from Chatter – Open Attachment Form View Easily.

Usage

  1. Open any record with chatter (e.g., Sales Order, Task, Invoice).
  2. Attach a file using the chatter attachment option.
  3. Notice the new edit (pencil) icon next to each file.
  4. Click the icon to open the attachment form view and edit the file's details.
  5. Save your changes and continue working seamlessly.

Support & Customization

Need help, custom development, or integration services?

📩 Email: odonity.services@gmail.com 🌐 Website: https://www.odonity.com

Odoo Proprietary License v1.1 - Strict Commercial Use

© 2025-Present Odonity. All Rights Reserved.  
Module Name: Edit Attachments from Chatter – Open Attachment Form View Easily (By Odonity)
License Owner: Odonity (https://www.odonity.com)  
Support Email: odonity.services@gmail.com

This software is protected by copyright laws and international treaties. It is licensed, not sold. You are granted a **non-transferable, non-sublicensable, and non-exclusive license** to use this software ONLY under the terms below:

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PERMITTED:

- Use the module in one Odoo production instance only (with staging/test allowed only for that instance).  
- Use for internal company operations.  
- Request support, upgrades, or customization services from Odonity.

PROHIBITED WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM ODONITY:

- Modifying, altering, or extending the source code in any way.  
- Reselling, sublicensing, or redistributing any part of the module.  
- Sharing the code with third parties, including freelancers or other vendors.  
- Uploading this module to public or private repositories, websites, or forums.  
- Creating derivative works or using snippets in other modules.  
- Using the module as a base to develop similar competing products.

WARNING:

This software contains **branding, code-level markers, and security tracking** for anti-piracy purposes. Tampering with these or violating this license may result in:

- Permanent termination of your usage rights  
- Legal action under local and international intellectual property laws  
- Immediate take-down notices for marketplaces and hosting providers

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License Keys / Validation (optional): Odonity reserves the right to implement license key checks in future versions.  
Support is only available to verified license holders.  
Invoice or proof of purchase must be retained for all license claims.

For official support, licensing clarifications, or enterprise usage, please contact:  
odonity.services@gmail.com | https://www.odonity.com

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Unauthorized use, reproduction, or redistribution is strictly prohibited.

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