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Can I sync my Downloads folder to Dropbox by dragging it to the desktop app?

Device: ROG GL702VMK
Operating System/Browser (if using the web): Windows 10 home v 22H2
Dropbox App Version (if using the app): N/A

I'd like to include my Downloads folder into Dropbox. Just today I needed to access a file that was saved into my Downloads folder that I needed to access from my phone.

My Downloads folder lives in it's usual place eg C:/Users/whatever.

Is it possible or is it a bad idea? Dragging it with Windows Explorer just seems to create a link that misses my point.

Thanks!

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Nancy

Thanks for posting here, @MrMagnani!

Instead of dragging your Downloads folder from its default position to your local Dropbox folder, you can back it up instead with our Dropbox Backup feature.

However, please keep in mind that, if you wish to access your backup from a different device, you'll need to go to your web Backups page to do so.

Let me know, if that helps.

Megan

Hey @MrMagnani!

Just popping in to see if you've had a chance to look at our last message. Still need help? We're all ears! If the issue is sorted, let us know what worked out for you.