Disable Files Sharing

My problem is i am using wifi from my office server, when i connect Wifi its automatically shares my mobile files to all LAN system. how disable the access or prompt the access. please help
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njeyabalasankar wrote:
Thanks for your valuable quote, but you have not got my point.
When i connect wifi my mobiles files and memory card files have been shown in all network systems.
how do i hide it to prevent my file share.
thanks in advance
As JSanders stated - Turn off WiFi sharing - Settings - Storage and Access - Access using Wi-Fi = OFF
When ON it will allow access using a Wi-Fi network to personal files stored on your device or media card.

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