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How to set all directories in Dropbox with a given name/regex to be ignored.

I would like to not sync, i.e. ignore all folders with the name .venv. How can I do this? This method then I would also like to apply to node_modules directories.

PS: I know that I can ignore a folder on a specific full path. But as soon as I create a new Python project the new .venv folder is synced (or in a node project the node_modules folder). This can causes quite a bit havoc. So we need a rule-base ignore system for this.

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Megan

Hello again, @waldalla! 😇

At the moment that isn't possible.

However, our Team has it under its radar.

I suggest you take a look and upvote this similar idea that has been submitted. It sounds very similar to what you're asking.

If you need anything else, just give me a shout! Thanks.

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Megan

Hello again, @waldalla! 😇

At the moment that isn't possible.

However, our Team has it under its radar.

I suggest you take a look and upvote this similar idea that has been submitted. It sounds very similar to what you're asking.

If you need anything else, just give me a shout! Thanks.

waldalla

Thanks for letting me know, Megan. But it is a shame that rule-based ignoring is not possible.

vladgasan

Hi @waldalla,

We're actively exploring ways to bring this idea to life with our engineering team. Would you like us to contact you when the ability to ignore files and folders is in Beta? You'll get to be among the first users to test drive it. Let us know!

Cheers,
Vlad