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Пропали файлы с компьютера при попытке синхронизации с дропбокс (missing files after syncing)
при переходе на бета версию дропбокса с жесткого диска компьютера исчезли ВСЕ файлы на рабочем столе и из папки мои документы также исчезли ВСЕ, в дропбокс они тоже не перенеслись!!!! Откуда их теперь восстановить?????
Full-text-search not working for Plus
Hi, I'm currently trying the Plus plan in order to substitute my Evernote account. One of the needed features is the "full-text-search" and as stated in dropbox webpage: "If you're a Dropbox Plus, Professional, or Business user, you have access to a feature called full-text search, which can find files by file name,…
Can't See Dropbox in File Explorer
I installed Dropbox on a Windows 10 PC and can access my account via a browser but can't see it in the File Explorer. What do I need to do to be able to have my Dropbox account with the associated folders/files listed on File Explorer?
How do I rename the root folder?
I recently joined Dropbox for Business on a trial basis. As part of the process, it forcefully renames your Dropbox folder to "Dropbox (Personal)". I have since decided not to use Dropbox for Business. Although I now only have one dropbox folder, it is still called "Dropbox (Personal)" - it did not automatically change…
Re-install Dropbox but now stuck at "waiting to download Dropbox"
I tried to re-install Dropbox Client on my Windows 10 PC. I've downloaded the latest Dropbox client from the official site, but it will stuck a "waiting to download". I've also tried the offline installer with no luck. Same situation. I was wondering could anyone help me to resolve this issue?
Symlink changes - Mac OS sync desktop to Dropbox broken
I have tons of working files on my Mac desktop which I need to access on iOS and this worked well with symlink between desktop and dropbox folder. With the recent change where symlinks don't sync folder content, I am stuck. Mac OS doesn't seem to allow the Desktop folder to be placed in Dropbox folder. Appreciate any tips!
Stable Build 83.4.152
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If I can, how do I fix the Access is denied error message?
Over the weekend I installed the May 2019 update to Windows 10. For the most part, it's been fine. The only issue I'm having is with Dropbox. Every time I log into Windows on my home desktop, I get an error message from Dropbox telling to look at a .txt file. I've looked at it and here's the error its giving me:…
Viewing The Size Of Each File & Folder - Desktop App & Mobile App
Desktop App Step To Reproduce: 1. Log into your dropbox account via a computer 2. In the left hand pane, click on Files 3. You will now see all of your files and folders 4. Notice there are four columns, Name, Modify, Members, 3 elipses 5. Notice there are no column for file size 6. When I change the 'View As' option…
error moving dropbox
Hello I get this error when trying to move dropbox folder from C to 😧 "some files can't be moved, please select a new location or close some open files and try again". Tried this advice, didn't…
Dropbox files no longer inherit folder permissions
Within my Dropbox folder, I have sub-folders with different Windows ACL permissions. Up until recently, whenever Dropbox synced a file it inherited its folder permissions perfectly. Now it no longer does. It overrides the folder permissions and sets all file permissions to something completely different - Full Control for…
My Dropbox desktop app is stuck on syncing the same number of files
My Dropbox has been stuck syncing the exact same number of files for several days. There is no problem with my Internet connection and I have tried quitting/restarting/unlinking the app many times. What is showing on the Dropbox website is correct but what is showing on the app/on my computer is out of date. I use it every…
My full HD uploaded videos only play in 720p?
Doe Dropbox not play my uploaded videos in 1080p (full HD)? I definitely put full 1080p videos here on occasion but DB never plays them full resolution. My browser and internet is fully capable of playing/displaying 1080p (250 down/12 up).
How can I copy multiple files with the same name into one folder?
Hello! I'm collecting hundreds to thousands of images into a folder for a project. These images, while coming from various other folders, many have the same file name. Starting out Dropbpox would allow multiple images with the same file name and just assign it a number at the end. Now a window pops up alerting me of…
Lost files after enabling Selective Sync
What the **bleep**!? I just lost tens of thousands of crucial log files because I happened to move a large archive folder into Dropbox, then decided not to sync the log folder. Why the ****** would not syncing something permanently delete the files from my LOCAL computer? I'm so [profanity removed by moderation acording to…
Dropbox Re-installation Won't Use Previous Folder
McAfee found a virus in Dropbox file win32api.cp35-win32.pyd and couldn't quarantine it, so I uninstalled Dropbox and re-installed it. The file is clean now, but I need Dropbox to use the folder it was previously using, which is D: \Dropbox. When I try to change the folder location to there, it says, "This folder already…
Making a shortcut for a file
When I started using Dropbox, I was able to easily make a shortcut from a file in Dropbox and put it on my computer desktop; I would right click on the file, and select "Send to desktop". That worked great for a while. Then, I had problems with one of my previously created shortcuts, so I went into Dropbox to make a new…
My desktop app is stuck at syncing and I need help with the buttons to fix hardlinks and permissions
I have the exact same problem as many others with Dropbox sticking with "2+day syncing". Daphne kindly posted the solution below, but I can't get it to work. When I hold down the space bar (in windows 10) absolutely nothing happens; I see no options anywhere for "Fix ****** links" or "Fix permissions". My assistant has the…
Adding artwork to folders cover
Is it possible to add a photo or artwork to a folders or files cover? For example, if I upload an album I'm working on, can I upload a picture to the folders cover and the audio files cover? Thanks!
I'm getting a 'network error' when downloading a zip file (2.5 GB). Can you help?
Hi I am trying to download a 2.5 GB Zip file, and every time it says Network Error and fails. Even after going for hours. Am I doing something wrong? Or is it my internet? Thanks Anna
Folders that end with a . (dot) are not appearing locally on PCs for our team, but are for macs
Hi there, Our team discovered today that any folders ending in a . (dot), fo example, a folder named "Example Folder." would not appear locally on synced file explorers for our team members using PCs, however these folders appeared for team members using a Mac. If we remove the dot from the folder name and the folder name…
Smart Sync options are missing on my context menu
I have scoured the forums for help. There is no "Smart Sync" Option when I right click on a folder on my business dropbox. I used to have the option, it disappeared 2 days ago. Pertinent info - Windows 10, version 71.4.108, Business account I have already rebooted countless times, uninstalled and reinstalled multiple…
After syncing folders on local drive, I can't copy them to a different location
I synced some large folders to my local computer and would like to copy them to a new location. When I attempt to copy the files, it begins placing the main folder and a few other files then immediately displays the following error: " An unexpected error is keeping you from copying the file. If you continue to receive this…
Dropbox upload speed less than 1 KB/s!!!
I am stuck with upload speeds of less than 1 KB/s with Dropbox (actually around 0.2KB/s). I'm on a 10 Mbps upload connection (10 Mbps = 1,250 KB/s) with all other uploads at or around 10 Mbps. Any idea why my Dropbox app could be uploading at less than 1/1000x my available bandwidth and any idea on how I can resolve this?…
Introducing:: Permissions at Upload
Set permissions at upload Overview On the Dropbox website, when a you attempted to upload a folder to the root folder of your shared team space, you can now set permissions for that folder, specifying who can view the content you are adding. Audience* All teams that have team and member folders How do I use it You can find…
Introducing:: File Locking for Shared Folders
File locking for shared folders Overview This feature gives file collaborators the ability to lock a file that is contained in a shared folder so it can’t be edited by any other collaborator. Files can be locked via dropbox.com or, alternatively, directly on your Desktop App. Locked files will then be made read-only for…
Am I safe to delete my Dropbox folder after uninstalling the app to free up space on my ****** drive?
Hi, I uninstalled Dropbox Application from Mac since my harddisk was full, but I found the file is still here and my harddisk is still full. I would like to ask if is it safe to directly delete the dropbox file from the harddisk? Will it be also delete in my dropbox online? Thanks so much
My Dropbox seems to be very slow. What can I do?
Recently, it has become very difficult to navigate and update downloaded files on my mac. It has come to a point where every action, every click I make takes an extra second or two to occur. I have become very frustrated and it makes dropbox increasingly more impossible to use. To be clear, I dont access my files through…
Don't see 'sync now' option to prioritise which files sync first
I have a personal dropxox account and am on Mac OS Mojave 10.14.4. I am syncing a large number of files and want to prioritise some larger files first. According to this article https://help.dropbox.com/sync/prioritize-files-sync I should be able to right click on a file with the blue sync icon and see option 'Sync now'.…
Ubuntu headless install not working
I'm trying to do the Linux headless install as described at https://www.dropbox.com/install on an Ubuntu 16.04 workstation. It works until I get to the point in the instructions that say "If you're running Dropbox on your server for the first time, you'll be asked to copy and paste a link in a working browser to create a…

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