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How do I stop sending screenshots to Dropbox and instead go to my Macbook Desktop

Device

Macbook Air 13 inch M4 2025
Operating System/Browser (if using the web)
Mac OS Tahoe 26.0.1
Dropbox Plan

Dropbox Basic

Question or Issue
I have a new Macbook. I accidentally let Dropbox have my screenshots instead of going to my Macbook Desktop. I cannot get it to stop. I don't see any of the suggested options (back ups/toggle buttons)

Help. Please make it stop.

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Jay

Hi @brookehawkins913, thanks for messaging the Community!

Have you tried doing these steps to disable the screenshots in the Dropbox desktop application?

Keep me updated with any progress!

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Jay

Hi @brookehawkins913, thanks for messaging the Community!

Have you tried doing these steps to disable the screenshots in the Dropbox desktop application?

Keep me updated with any progress!

brookehawkins913

That worked. Thanks. I really appreciate it.

Theresa

Hi there @brookehawkins913, and welcome to the Dropbox Community 👋

Thanks for coming back to update us, it’s great to hear the issue is resolved. Your response will definitely help other members who might run into the same situation.

By the way, I’m Theresa 👩‍💻, one of the Community Managers here at Dropbox HQ. If you’re open to sharing, I’d love to know… what do you use Dropbox for in your day‑to‑day? Whether it’s work files, personal projects, or storing your photos, I’m always interested to hear how people make it part of their routine.

Looking forward to hearing more,

T 😺 (Dropbox Community Manager)