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Block-level sync for VeraCrypt not working post 83.4.152 update
Greetings all, After DB auto-updated to 83.4.152, I noticed that the block-level syncing doesn't seem to be detecting changes anymore for my VeraCrypt container. Before the update, everytime I dismount my VC encrypted container, DB will index the file and compare the deltas at the block-level -- syncing the block-level…
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What’s new: Dropbox Shop, editing PDFs, and Dropbox Backup
This is a big month for product updates, so keep reading to get all the details about Dropbox Shop, Dropbox Backup and PDF editing. Trust us when we say there are some seriously useful updates here, whether it’s to do with day-to-day file management, security or an online shopfront - exciting times! Secure your digital…
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Dropbox Camera Uploads not syncing to new MacBook
I have a new MacBook Air. I use dropbox as my primary folder and access it both from my desktop mac and my Air. I realized that Camera uploads are not working on my MacBook Air, just on my desktop. I am so confused because I would think they were the same folder. How do I get it to sync? I'm about to be on the road a lot…
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Indexing stuck in the same number of files for days
I have tried everything in this list: https://help.dropbox.com/sync/files-not-syncing?utm_source=sup&utm_content=chatbot#check-sync and paused sync and resumed, restarted reinstalled - same number of files! what else shall I do??
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M1 Mac slow sync, weird sync!?
Hi, I use Dropbox on Android 13, Windows11 23H2 and MacOS Ventura 13.5.1 I edit some excel file on daily basis, it syncs flawlessly and instantly on Windows and Android(S23), however on Macbook M1 it gets weird, the file in App shows synced but when opened it shows an old copy..I tried editing a file on Mac itself and…
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VDI sync isses with Dropbox
We have recently implemented VDI in our organization and setup Dropbox on my instance for use. When I sync'd my files and folders the names of them sync'd over but the files themselves did not sync. The Dropbox sync notifications says there are no issues and that files are up to date. I see my folders/files in File…
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v172.4.7555 stuck syncing (MacOS)
Hi, Using the latest version of the app (v172.4.7555) on MacOS (Ventura), the icon is continually showing syncing when waking up from sleep. Stopping and restarting the App makes no difference to the behaviour, only a full restart. I know files have been added and they are on smart-sync because of the cloud icon, but…
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Edit Office files on dropbox inside Microsoft Teams app
I have had this working a week ago but now it won't work at all. I have tried PC, Mac, two different Dropbox Teams with same problem. All web browsers on the clients can edit excel and word files residing on Dropbox. Tried Teams native client, Teams inside Chrome and Edge, same problem.
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I can't sign in to Dropbox Windows 10 app
I downloaded the Desktop app, but it doesn't allow me to sign in. I click the Sign in button, but nothing happens. I can sign in to dropbox.com in a browser, however. I'd be glad of any advice.
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DROP BOX ICON DISAPPEARED
Hi Guys... Im running a MAC book on Ventura 13.2.1 since the update the Drop box icon has vanished from my laptop utilities window so saving any docs or excel sheets is a nightmare now. Can anyone help with advice how to get it back please ?? Thanks a lot
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What happens if I don't update to the new Dropbox for MacOS?
I have Dropbox on my M1 MacMini, M1 Macbook Air, old 2015 MacBook Air (all three on Monterey 12.6.3) as well as my iPad Pro and iPhone 13. On the computers, my DropBox folder is in users/{myname}/Dropbox. All files are on the two M1 devices are saved offline (one reason I went with Dropbox, access to my files when I have…
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Beta Build 184.3.6480
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer (32 Bit) Offline Installer (64 Bit) Offline Installer (ARM64) Mac OS X Standard Installer (Universal) Offline Installer (Intel) Offline Installer (Apple Silicon) Linux…
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Deleted all files from macbook. pro & emptied bin. by mistake, how can I restore them?
I deleted dropbox from my mac & deleted the dropbox folder by mistake with all my files in it. I then emptied the bin. How can I get back m. files onto my mac?
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Cannot open password protected file on Mac; fingerprint works but not password
I have a password-protected file on my Mac (Ventura 13.4). It is in DropBox. My fingerprint will open it but my password will not. The password I am trying is my Mac login password. I am sure it is correct because I log out and in again to test it. My caps lock is not on. I open the KeychainAccess app, find the file in…
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What is Dropbox used for?
This app keeps emailing and invading my laptop and I can't find a single use for it? Does drop box have a real function?
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How to exit desktop app?
Sounds like a dumb question...but earlier, when I brought up the popup for the desktop app, from the taskbar, my little avatar which I click to use to close the app was hidden off the side of my screen. For some reason the popup wasn't fully visible onscreen, and I couldn't find a way to fix it. Trying to end Dropbox from…
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New version of Dropbox completely broken, need to revert to previous version.
I got a new MacBook Air 15". Used Migration Assistant. Something updated Dropbox. Everything is broken. Specifically: * The Dropbox.app application when launched does not open the app, but opens a Finder window to the new storage location (with no path to show where that is, but I found out from a web search). * There is…
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Beta Build 184.3.6444
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer (32 Bit) Offline Installer (64 Bit) Offline Installer (ARM64) Mac OS X Standard Installer (Universal) Offline Installer (Intel) Offline Installer (Apple Silicon) Linux…
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Loading Dropbox in Windows 11
Recently purchased new Dell desktop with Windows 11 Home (NOT in S mode). Have been using Dropbox for years with windows 10. Trying to setup Dropbox in Windows 11. I go to the Dropbox website and click on download app. Screen then displays a Dropbox message that says the Dropbox app is already installed. I check the apps…
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What does the term "linking" mean?
Am I right in thinking that the word linking means being able to use one and only one dropbox account across/among several devices?
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Dropbox Update continually requests User Account Control (UAC) permission
Ik heb v179.4.4985 van Dropbox voor Windows op mijn pc staan. Op de een of andere manier lukt het niet deze versie te updaten. Ik krijg vaak een melding (bijna altijd in 2-voud) in de windows taskbar of ik daarvoor toestemming wil geven aan Gebruikersaccountbeheer (UAC). UAC krijgt de melding van de harde schijf. Wanneer…
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Spotlight Search Doesn't Link to Files in Dropbox in macOS 13 Ventura
After upgrading to macOS Ventura, I was prompted to upgrade to "Dropbox for macOS 12". I proceeded with that, it moved my Dropbox folder to ~/Library/CloudStorage and confirmed all was successful. Now when using Spotlight to search (I often type something like 'drawings folder' to open a folder called Drawings) the results…
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How to Sync Two Business Accounts on the Same Computer
Requires two local users to be configured on the computer * While logged in to the first local user, log in to business account #1 on the Dropbox app. Choose a shared location for the files to sync to. * Log in to the second local user, then log in to business account #2 on the Dropbox app. Choose the same root folder for…
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Beta Build 184.3.6436
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements including the following: Features in this update: * French Canadian is now an available language on all Dropbox desktop apps. * Added a "Sign yourself" action to the file context menu to start the add signature flow. Download Windows…
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synchronization button for online and offline synchronization
Hello, the synchronization button for online and offline synchronization in the context menu disappeared when right-clicked. How can they be restored?
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After upgrading to Ventura, cannot start dropbox app
Hi, my dropbox app was working beforehand. I recently uggraded to Mac OS Ventura but now it's not working or syncing. I'm getting the error message "couldn't start dropbox" or sync. So I did the advanced reinstall (ran the terminal etc) and I'm still getting the same error message. bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropbox bn.VERSION:…
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Dropbox syncing 28 files forever
Dropbox is syncing 28 files forever. How do I know wich files are these? How can I solve this problem?
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The desktop app on Window explorer doesn't seem to be aligned with my account online.
Hi, I can't seem to get File Explorer to sync. It used to sync automatically but now it is not. I've logged onto the Dropbox page and tried to download the app and that doesn't seem to do anything. I have created a folder on drop box app for my upcoming holidays called "2022 Trip." When I log onto my computer (using…
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Dropbox Backup shows external drive not plugged in even though it is
I have Dropbox Backup backing up my iMac and have added my external SSD as an additional backup. Everything went well until I restarted the computer and the external disk was then shown as unplugged with lots of buttons now greyed out. This has the disadvantage of not allowing me to adjust the folders I would like to back…
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How to make my documents look the same on all devices
Hi, I create and edit (mostly long, detailed lists) from my home PC that I refer to on my smartphone and other PC's when traveling. They are useable, but don't transfer to the other devices exactly the same. Is there a way to fix this? Also, can you edit from other devices? I haven't figured out a way how yet. Appreciate…