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Why Dropbox?
Hi Convince me why I should continue to use Dropbox instead of Google Drive, since I get much more on Google Drive for the same money. I´m using Dropbox pro where I keep everything important in my life and have the app on my computer using "local" and "only online" Michael
Dropbox tray icon menu
Since upgrading my desktop last month to Ubuntu 21.10 with Gnome 40.4 on X11 the Dropbox menu no longer pops up when I click the tray icon. The icon does get 'selected' when I hover the mouse over it. My files are being synced just fine, so it is not a big deal since I can use the command-line if I would need to e.g.…
Files generated by Microsoft's SQL don't sync.
Hi, I've read the faq, already did complete reinstall of dropbox application. The problem still occurs. I've the following problem: I use Microsoft sql server and each day a backup is done automatically. The backup of my database is generated each day by the software. The location for the file is inside my dropbox folder…
How do I select all files in folder using iOS
I would like to select all files in folder as there are 254 in one folder to Move to another file . I can do on laptop not on iOS 14
Mac Migration- Intel to M1. Questions about set-up.
I've been reading through the threads here but don't see anything specific to my question/ situation. Last week I used migration assistant to set up my 2021 BBP M1 Pro that is right now running Ventura (12.5.1 it's a refurbished, hence the older OS, I'll be updating as soon as I get this dropbox situation resolved...).…
I cannot access Dropbox from any of my accounts, from any location
I cannot access Dropbox from any of my accounts, from any location (different Wi-Fi), or from any device, whether the app or a web browser. Except from a cellular connection.
Not syncing after router upgrade
so I upgraded my router. Verizon fios 5g. and since then my dropbox is taking forever to upload files I add. Had a similar problem with my google drive but that seemed to repair itself somehow. I have uninstalled dropbox from both my phone and my pc and reinstalled them, but same problem.
Beta Build 169.3.5661
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Need help with temporarily disabling Dropbox
I need to try to take an exam on my computer, but the program won't allow me to with Dropbox running (dbxsvc). How do I disable it safely so I can take my test and then re-enable it after?
Beta Build 169.3.5667
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) Mac OS X Standard Installer (Universal) Offline Installer (Intel) Offline Installer (Apple Silicon) Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86…
The dreaded error 'Can't save here choose another location' for MS office files.
Hello--I have a chronic problem with my file folders: frequently get 'Can't save here choose another location'. I use my employer's MS Office 365 account, and sync Dropbox to Windows Explorer, and use Explorer for my file management. The 'Can't save' message seems to appear when I am using many subfolders...if I go back…
Dropbox not starting for an hour (Mojave 10.14.6)
It must have been after a recent automatic update that Dropbox has stopped functioning well. I'm on Mojave 10.14.6 with Dropbox v168.4.4802. I have tried the various cures I've read about having to do with re-installing Dropbox, firewall settings, whitelist permissions, etc. I do have a virus app running, but Dropbox…
Won't Start on Mac - connection issue
Dropbox suddenly won't connect on my Mac (running the latest iOS). I get an error message saying it's a connection issue. "Couldn't start Dropbox. This is usually because of a permissions error. Storing your home folder on a network share can also cause an error." I've tried every solution I've seen. Dropbox has Full Disk…
Setting up scheduled backup
I already use Dropbox, and would like to set up scheduled backup. Do I have to delete my existing files/folders on Dropbox before doing so, to make sure there's enough space? The scheduled backup will be for exactly the same folders that I have already uploaded to Dropbox.
Dropbox right click menu missing (Mac OS). App says it's up-to-date.
Hello, Thought I would reach out to you directly with a problem that I don't see the specific solution to. My right click menu suddenly disappeared today while working on files in a Dropbox folder. The Dropbox folder is a personal account. The files are syncing correctly (I see it on web version as well). Notifications…
Why is Dropbox syncing my personal files and folders now, not just my pics ?
I'm annoyed this happened with an upgrade of my computer Dropbox has synced all of my personal files and folders without my consent and now telling me to upgrade or I will lose all of my files.... HOW FRIGGEN CHEEKY !!! How do I fix this and stop it syncing everything on my laptop ? I'm going to report Dropbox soon for…
WPS Office files won't save to Dropbox on PC
Using windows 10 pro on PC I keep all important files on a dropbox folder on my PC If using microsoft Excel I can save to this without a problem, but since using WPS spreadsheets it doesnt save to dropbox or anywhere else on the computor. PDF files appear to save okay
Upgrading hard drive, but keeping hard drive letter, how?
Hi, Dropbox is snynced on my internal data hard drive (D:). I installed a second one (currently (E:)), that I want to sync the DropBox to. BUT I really have to keep the drive letter (D:), because all my files a linked that way. Was is the best way to do this? I don't want to risk anything. Bandwith is good enough to sync…
Dropbox Folder Items NOT showing up on my computer
I've been a DROPBOX user for over 10 years and love all the features. Recently, I have been having a problem , which I believe is syncing with my computer. This seems to happen only with photos. I have a folder in DROPBOX called CAMERA UPLOADS. I have the same folder on my computer. Normally, when I take photos with my…
$Deleted "If you move this file to $Deleted, it won't be available in Dropbox or on any Devices"
This thread already starts to address the issue, but it never reports if a solution was found or implemented: https://www.dropboxforum.com/t5/Create-upload-and-share/Dropbox-asks-if-I-want-to-remove-a-document-right-after-I-save/td-p/388342/page/6 I am having the same issue. In my case, it seems to be related to firefox…
Dropbox App kills whole Internet / Router when uploading/sync.
Hi Totally strange behaviour here. So yesterday ive uploaded a 5gb zip to my dropbox , Halfway the lan connection steps out. Since then everytime i start the dropbox app and it begins to sync , all my lan ports become unavailable until i reboot and prevent dropbox from autostart. Wlan still works. Ive tried a different…
Dropbox application not installing on MacOS Ventura
Hi I recently installed the new Mac OS Ventura on my Macbook pro. As soon as it was all set up, I was told I had to delete my dropbox app because it is corrupt. I, therefore, deleted it, went to the dropbox site, and downloaded what I assumed was the latest app version. I went to install it and it refuses to…
Desktop not in default location
Recently merged filed from old computer to new computer. Downloaded DropBox to new computer and when attempting to setup automatic backup for new device, the following error message is received...
Updating #### files , 5000+ files
I bought 2TB dropbox a few week ago. After syncing it still says Updating 5,### files. What is it doing? will it ever be done updating files? everything seems to be backed up and synced. ive set many files to online-only to save space. no other folders seem to have complaints about not uploading. it doesnt say there are…
"can't be opened because the original item can't be found" problem
Ugh. I don't know what happened. Drop box was asking me something and I must have clicked agreed to something and now all my files and folders "can't be opened because the original item can't be found" and I'm freaking out. I followed an early thread about disabling the backups…
How can I stream a video to my website from Dropbox online?
Hi Guys, So I will try and explain best I can. This is my website https://www.progressivedreamsmusic.com/ and this is a page on my website where I stream videos https://www.progressivedreamsmusic.com/a-progressive-journey-50/ The video that plays on the above page is hosted on my desktop in my dropbox pubic folder. I use a…
How to embed a video from your Dropbox account on a website
Is it possible to embed a video that has been uploaded to Dropbox on to a website? I would like to embed the video so people can logon to my site and view the videos.
Indexing... (forever)
Hello! I moved some video footage to my Dropbox last night, and it's still indexing this morning. Meanwhile, it's eating up my CPU, my RAM, and it says it's locked up 100% of my disk (when I check task manager). I checked, and none of the files have inappropriate characters (colon, slash, etc). The only thing I can think…
How Do I Stop the "Online-Only Files" Deletion Warning?
Nearly every time I delete a folder (which is often), I get a popup asking for confirmation. "This folder will be deleted from your DropBox account. Because it has online-only files, it won't be moved to your Recycle Bin, but recently deleted files can be restored on dropbox.com." I never want to see this dialog again. How…
New Dropbox causes Apple Silicon MacOS to boot loop (kernel panic) with CrowdStrike
My Dropbox just upgraded to the latest version after several days of insisting that it should upgrade. After the upgrade completed it started indexing and after about 10 minutes the computer had a kernel panic and restarted. After that, the machine reboots every time about 60 seconds after I login. Only fix is to delete…

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