?? Discover why manually setting “Version History Limits” in SharePoint is crucial for your organization !
Discover why manually setting “Version History Limits” in SharePoint is crucial for your organization.
?? Concrete impacts:
? Storage optimization ??
- Each stored version is a complete copy of the file- The default limit of 500 versions can quickly overload your space- Intelligent management frees up space for active data
? Precise control ??
- Define the exact number of major versions (between 100 and 50,000)- Configure a customized retention period (from 30 days to several years)- Tailor parameters to your specific needs per library
? Performance and efficiency ??
- Automatic removal of obsolete versions- Retention of the most relevant versions- Optimized management of frequently modified documents
?? Pro tip :
Microsoft recommends keeping at least 100 versions to ensure good data protection while optimizing storage space
?? Bonus :
This configuration enables you to meet your compliance requirements while maintaining a perfect balance between retention and performance
How to :
Thanks
Aymen EL JAZIRI
System Administrator