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Status Planned for future release
Created by Guest
Created on Jan 2, 2026

Show the file size of attachments

The file size helps the user decide whether or not to download and open the file. Depending on the network connection, this can take a long time.

Furthermore, the file size helps to differentiate between files. For example, if there is a detailed report (large) and a summary (small) with similar names.

Idea priority Medium
Needed By Quarter
  • ADMIN RESPONSE
    Jan 22, 2026

    Hi,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your ideas to IBM. Your request is now a candidate for a future product release. Our aim is to deliver within the next 12-18 months. Thank you again for your feedback.

    Please note: IBM’s statements regarding its plans, directions, and intent are subject to change or withdrawal without notice at IBM’s sole discretion. Information regarding potential future products is not a commitment, promise, or legal obligation to deliver any material, code or functionality.

  • Admin
    JORDAN SMITH
    Jan 22, 2026

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your ideas to IBM. We truly value our relationship with you and appreciate your willingness to share details about your experience, your recommendations, and ideas.Our team has reviewed this enhancement request and determined that it is a candidate for inclusion in the product. Approach would be to add a column in the table that displays the file size.

    If you would like to be involved in other Maximo enhancements, please email smithjor@us.ibm.com to become part of our sponsored user group, which is a program where you and people in your organization become active participants in the Maximo design process, working alongside our design teams to help us create great future experiences for real target users.