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Should dbkextd come up as an "unsigned file" in a diagnostic report?
I am investigating issues with sluggishness (beachballing) on my Mac desktop computer, and the EtreCheck diagnostic software identified (as a minor problem) dbkextd as an unsigned executable file on my system. I have done enough rummaging around on this site to know that dbkextd is indeed a legitimate filename in the…
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Extremely slow file moves and deletion using File Explorer
I have DB locally, with most files set to on-line only, but the recently used ones local. When trying to move files between DB folders using File Explorer, it is excruciatingly slow. I do not see this behavior using the Web, just Explorer. Occasionally, the files move at normal speed, but mostly, the slow behavior occurs.…
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Dropbox doesn't sync symbolic links anymore
Hi, until this summer I was able to sync folders outside Dropbox using simbolic links. I just tried again to sync a folder with this tricky method and it's not working. I tried to create simbolic link with normal and admin user rights, I tried to sync a folder in another disk partition, it just doesn't work anymore. The…
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Stable Build 140.4.1951
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Beta Build 140.3.1928
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I installed the desktop app on a new Lenovo laptop, but I didn't receive 100GB from Dropbox.
Dear kind Lenovo support team, I recently bought a new Lenovo Legion 7 which comes with a new free 100GB promo. After reading this article I have come to the conclusion that something must have gone wrong when installing the dropbox app to my new laptop as I did not receive the 100GB. Can I please get some help with…
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Best practices for headless installs on small VMs
When I intend to use Dropbox with the headless client on a VM with small amounts of storage, I always have to quickly add folders to the selective sync list so that the downloads don't quickly overload my storage. I could write a script that automatically traverses my Dropbox file directory and adds the folders to be…
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How can I disable accessibility for the Dropbox desktop app on my Mac?
Hi. I just installed Mac OS catalina. I know I'm late to the party. Dropbox automatically came with ACCESSSIBILITY checked. Dropbox can control my computer. I do not want dropbox to control my computer. I do not use it for work. I use it for personal use. I don't need the badges. The article does not help me. I am nervous…
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Help! "Couldn't start Dropbox" error (Mac & Big Sur)
Dropbox won't start on my MacBook Air (13" 2018), with Big Sur 11.3.1. Have uninstalled dropbox and reinstalled. Same error Uninstalled again, advanced re-install. Same error AFAIK, vanilla install, with dropbox folder in default location. Used to work, but stopped when rebooted laptop after 11.3.1 upgrade Help! Error…
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Remove file extensions from file name
Hi For some reason my drop name includes the file type in the name of the document in dropbox ie:- I save a document called "karen" and it now has to be saved as "karen.msg" or "karen.pdf" dependent on what type of file it is. I used to be able to just call the file karen. How can I term the .extension bit off please.…
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Beta Build 140.3.1894
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Offline files still taking up space on my hard
Hi. Have emptied the ~/Dropbox/.dropbox.cache folder but the offline (unsynced) files still take app hard drive space on my computer. What do I do?
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Beta Build 140.3.1861
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Delete File after I logout from PC
Hi As title. I want to know that delete PC file after I logout from my account. The Cloud file still alive?? Many Thanks~~
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Unable to open PDF from Dropbox Explorer...
Hello, I have 2 computers on the same wifi network, having exactly the same software versions except the OS : C1: Win 7 Pro 64 + Dropbox v.139.4.4896 + Acrobat Reader DC v.2021.007.20099 C2: Win 11 64 + Dropbox v.139.4.4896 + Acrobat Reader DC v.2021.007.20099 On C1, when I double click on a Dropbox PDF through Windows…
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How long will my HP 100GB promotion last?
I just received my new HP laptop and noticed an offer for 100gb free for one year. I am wondering how long do I have until this offer expires? e.g. can I sign up for it in a couple of months? Later this year? Another question, if I sign up now and after 12 months haven't fully used the 100 gb, will the leftover space…
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Stable Build 139.4.4896
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer Mac OS X Standard Installer Offline Installer Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86 OfflineInstaller Auto-updates: In progress
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Stable Build 133.4.4089
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What are "not added" shared files and folders?
Under Internet > Dropbox > Left menu > Shared, some of the files or folders are listed with the notation "not added". These have all been missing from my local Dropbox folder for a couple of years. Can anyone explain this situation in detail, including how to recover the files or folders?
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Stable Build 138.4.2392
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Possible conflict between Dropbox and Adobe Lightroom Classic
I have used Dropbox and Adobe Lightroom for years without any apparent conflict. Suddenly, Lightroom would not launch- despite several different tries and after restarts. I contacted Adobe Lightroom support and they did much exploration of items on my computer (iMac with MacOS vers 11.6) without success. I quote their…
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Beta Build 139.3.4817
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer Mac OS X Standard Installer Offline Installer Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86 OfflineInstaller Auto-updates: Everyone who chose "Include me on early releases" on the…
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I unlinked my computer from Dropbox and now a lot of my desktop files are gone
Thanks in advance! I recently took an online art class, that the teacher uses Dropbox to send us her files. I clicked the link and created an account. Dropbox installed on my computer and cell (which was linked) It immediately started copying my thousands of files. I did not want it to do that.! I really did not realize…
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Beta Build 139.3.4798
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer Mac OS X Standard Installer Offline Installer Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86 OfflineInstaller Auto-updates: Everyone who chose "Include me on early releases" on the…
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Beta Build 139.3.4797
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer Mac OS X Standard Installer Offline Installer Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86 OfflineInstaller Auto-updates: Everyone who chose "Include me on early releases" on the…
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Dropbox blocked on download
My Dropbox Windows desktop application is failing to sync. It's been telling me for days that it needs to download 4544 files, but it's not doing it. It is stopped and tells me that the remaining time to do so is 2 or more days. My internet connection works fine, I have high speed fibre, and until a few days ago,…
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Beta Build 138.3.2356
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Beta Build 138.3.2361
Thanks for using Dropbox! The desktop client is regularly updated with many improvements and fixes. Download Windows Standard Installer Offline Installer Mac OS X Standard Installer Offline Installer Linux x86_64 Offline Installer x86 OfflineInstaller Auto-updates: Everyone who chose "Include me on early releases" on the…
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Having files be online only for one computer but not others?
Hi there, I have 2 laptops and a desktop -- My personal laptop and my desktop have more than enough storage space for dropbox, but my work laptop has very little space, and as a result can't sync everything. Is there a way to make it so that my dropbox files on my work laptop are all "online only" but my dropbox files on…