Show images in Files as a lightbox / swipe gallery

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Fibery already allows images to be attached to entities but if they are clicked they open one at a time in a new tab.

This is a terribly slow workflow to inspect or approve images (such as jewelry).

It would be way better if clicking an image opens it in a lightbox to browse / swipe through all of the images attached to the entity (ala Trello attachments). Swipe is really important on mobile - it is much, much faster than opening and closing tabs.

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If you want to review images like this you might consider just embedding them in a Rich Text. Much quicker to review that way. Unfortunately you can’t currently bulk add images to Rich Text, so that’s a workflow impediment. Definitely one I’d like to see solved in any case.

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I was just writing a similar feature request. I’ll post here my inputs:

Enhance File Preview experience for Attached Documents and Media

Current Situation:

When viewing attached files (images, PDFs, etc.) in the Mac app, the current behavior disrupts workflow continuity. Opening an attachment creates a new tab, and upon closing it, the app doesn’t return to the original context. Instead, it shows the last opened tab, causing users to lose their place and requiring additional navigation steps.

Impact on Workflow:

  • Frequent context switching disrupts concentration
  • Extra time spent navigating back to the original entity
  • Reduced efficiency in collaborative workflows where document review is common
  • Increased cognitive load from managing multiple tabs

Proposed Solutions:

1. Modal Preview:

  • Implement an overlay preview window for attached files
  • Preview remains contextually connected to the source entity
  • Quick access to view and dismiss without losing context
  • Support for common file types (images, PDFs, videos, audio)

2. Two-Panel Preview:

  • Split-screen view showing the entity and attachment simultaneously
  • Maintains context while reviewing attached files
  • Allows for side-by-side reference and comparison
  • Flexible layout for different file types

Benefits:

  • Streamlined workflow with reduced context switching
  • Improved collaboration efficiency
  • Better user experience for document-heavy workflows
  • Reduced time spent on navigation

References:

  • Basecamp quick preview PDF:

  • ClickUp also has a simular quick preview.

  • Even Fibery already has something like this for attached images inside comments:

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