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Dropbox isn't syncing automatically on Windows 11
I've seen a lot of discussion about Windows 11 and Dropbox, but I feel that my situation is a bit more unique in that I'm NOT running in S Mode. I've also uninstalled and reinstalled Dropbox several times on this machine, AND I can't go back to Windows 10 as this is a new machine. I have the Dropbox icon in my start menu…
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Beta Build 203.3.4812
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Question on Organizing Between Desktop and Dropbox
Hi, I seem to remember that years ago, instead of moving actual files/folders from my PC to Dropbox, I simply added pointers to those files/folders in Dropbox. That way, I didn't have to have two completely separate filing systems - one on my PC and one on Dropbox. Also, if I wanted the files/folders accessible on both my…
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Dropbox on Fedora Silverblue 39
I'm testing Fedora Silverblue 39 currently, and the Dropbox experience is not great. I installed the latest version of Dropbox from Flathub, launched it and signed in without issues. But as soon as I closed the settings, I couldn't reopen anything. Relaunching the app just open the folder in Files. I tried installing the…
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I have two Dropbox folders in the CloudStorage folder on Mac OS, which is live?
Good morning, I need confirmation before proceeding with a deletion. Within the Library > CloudStorage folder on my Mac, I've found a duplicate Dropbox folder. One appears to be current, while the other seems to be an old version from last year. Before removing it, I'd like to make sure my assumption is correct. Could you…
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I use selective sync but my folder keeps showing up on Windows.
Hi, I accidentally sync a folder that makes my dropbox full. Now I need to unsync it following these steps: * Open your Dropbox desktop app preferences. * Click the Sync tab. * Under Selective Sync, click Selective Sync… (as I use Windows). * Check the folders you'd like saved on your hard drive. Uncheck the folders you'd…
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Trying to install the desktop app on Linux Mint but I'm getting a pop-up error.
I have a brand new installation of Mint I'm trying to install Dropbox. I have Dropbox running on 2 other machines. I downloaded dropbox_2022_12_05_amd64.deb. When I try to run the install I get a pop-up window that says "Error Dependency is not satisfied libgtk-4-1 (>= 4.8.0)". I installed libgtk-4-1, but still get the…
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Trouble opening the Dropbox desktop app on new Mac Air
I'm way out of my depth here. I've been a long time user of Drobox and have installed the desktop app previously but its not working this time. I used the Migration Assistant to set up new Mac Air from MacPro. I've found Dropbox in launchpad but there are no files. I have tried to delete but I get a dialogue box saying its…
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I keep being asked for my Mac password every time I rename/move files on Dropbox
I know there has been a couple of other incidents like this. But I dont want to reinstall Dropbox to be honest. So just like the subject say: Mac Finder asks for password each time I rename a file or move in Dropbox. And now comes the weird thing. This all is hapening on my iMac Pro (Sonoma v14.5). While when on my Macbook…
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there is no "version history" item in the context menu of the PC application
For some time now, the "version history" item has disappeared from the context menu of PC applications. I only have 4 other items, for example: share, copy link to dropbox. Was this some application change or is it a bug on my part and how do I fix it?
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I cannot restore old external drive backup to reformatted drive
I backed up my SSD with "dropbox backup" to reformat it. When I tried to restore it, the SSD that I reformatted is being recognized as a different storage, so I cannot restore it. What should I do?
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The Dropbox app disappeared from my Macbook, I had to reinstall it again
MacOS 13.6.7 Dropbox disappeared off my laptop! Over a decade of files, my most dependable backup! I had to reinstall the app and my files are being reinstalled as we speak! Putting my files back as we speak! HAs anyone had this problem!!
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Dropbox desktop app disconnects randomly during file upload
Dropbox desktop app disconnects randomly. I have a work team, and we are all having this problem when we want to upload files, Dropbox disconnects and the upload or download is interrupted. The only way to fix it is to close and reopen the app. But it disconnects again after a while.
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Just installed the Mac upgrade from 2022 and now ALL my files are uploading.
I really regret having done this "upgrade," as all my files are in limbo. It is a terrifying feeling. Can anyone please tell me if this is normal and will end soon? Thank you!
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Dropbox app on Windows gets stuck syncing every time I'm opening online-only files.
Have been using DropBox app (selective sync) for over a year with zero problems, however recently syncing has become a big issue. Issues: * When attempting to view online-only files, DropBox struggles immensely and gets stuck in a syncing loop. Files won't open unless I quit DropBox to sever the never-ending sync loop.…
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How to upgrade to Dropbox for macOS on File Provider?
I've recently purchased a new Macbook Pro (Apple M3 Pro, running MacOS 14.5) and installed Dropbox. However, it shows that I'm not eligible for the version on File Provider which causes me issues with accessing files that are only stored in the cloud. My other, older intel-based Macbook Pro with the same OS has everything…
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Unable to check boxes in the Selective Sync settings to choose folders to sync
Hi there, Selective Sync has something going on with it. It won't let us select additional folders in the list available. It shows all the folders we have, but you cannot select them, the little tickmark in the checkbox won't tick. We are MS Windows 10 and 11 users. We have dropbox business subscriptions for 50 employees.…
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Files in Dropbox on the computer are copied and not just moved
As of a month ago or sooner, when dragging files out of one dropbox folder to my desktop, the file is copied and not simply "moved". Is this a setting that changed with an update. I would prefer it to just move out of dropbox and it deletes from Dropbox. Now If I move it to my desktop, it creates a copy then I have to…
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Dropbox syncing issues between Windows and Mac due to incompatible characters
We have shared document libraries with multiple users with both Windows and Mac and recently we have encountered an issue where some data is not syncing to devices. It appears Dropbox allows the addition of special / reserved characters in file and folder names and these files and folders are therefore simply ignored and…
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Dropbox Not working after restart: Reconnecting to the internet. This may take a moment.
I have been experiencing a very frustrating issue with Dropbox the past few days. Issue: After restarting my Mac Studio (MacOS 13.6.5), Dropbox always gets stuck with the message: Reconnecting to the internet. This may take a moment. * No VPN * No Firewall * Home Network * Fully updated Dropbox The thing that is baffling…
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Cannot View PDF files with Adobe Acrobat while Dropbox is syncing with ArcGIS Pro running
When Dropbox gets hung while syncing, adobe acrobat stops working. My team uses Dropbox with ArcGIS Pro, and there are a lot of files being synced. We usually manage and do not have a problem with other applications. Recently my entire team has been unable to use Adobe Acrobat while ArcGIS Pro is running or was recently…
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My Windows syncing status shows "updating 2 files" for weeks.
Have Dropbox app on Desktop (windows). It has been showing sync for weeks. When I click on the tray icon it says "updating 2 files" I have no idea what the 2 files are. Since that started I have several folders with the blue sync icon that are not syncing. I turned off firewall, rebooted, shutdown dropbox and restarted…
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Dropbox app for Windows non functional, stuck at "starting"
Hello, Since yesterday, my team (8 users) are encountering problems with Dropbox app for Windows, systems are Windows 10 and Windows 11 so I assume it's not related with any system issues. After restarting the computer, app continues to work for about 5 minutes, after that time Dropbox options from right click menu…
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Relinking an old Dropbox location after reinstalling the desktop app
I am a music producer, and store .logic files within dropbox - I've always loved how seamlessly it seems to store everything, and love that every change not only saves, but syncs in the cloud. Recently, other files within my dropbox (simple mp3s) were stalling when trying to download, so I reinstalled the desktop app,…
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Teams administrator unable to modify name or delete parent folder on desktop
As a Teams administrator I am now unable to modify or delete a parent folder on a local machine. I have contacted support and have this response: "Please note, that the issue you have been experiencing is expected behavior after the most recent update made to Dropbox teams. As of now, regardless of the top-level setting…
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I use the desktop Dropbox app. Now I see the Windows Store app is installed but "hidden". Why?
Long ago I installed the desktop Dropbox program and have never installed the Windows Store Dropbox app. Today, the desktop program auto-updated as usual. But when I was using a tool to see what Windows Store apps I have on my computer, I noticed that the Windows Store app is also installed but is marked as "hidden". Why…
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Some folders aren't syncing to Mac device, but they are syncing to Windows and Linux
Hi Everyone, I'm on M3 Mac, with the most recent Dropbox app. I noticed that specific shared folders will never show locally, in the file system, despite being marked for syncing. Tried both versions of Dropbox app, with and without the new File API. Reinstalled, redownloaded, redid everything I could think of - the result…
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Beta Build 203.3.4740
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File Request option missing on macOs after File Provider update
Hello Since I've updated to File Provider on my MacOs Desktop App, I'm not seeing the 'Request Files' option after right-clicking a folder. I can still request files for each specific folder via the website file request form, but the ability to right-click and request files directly from the folder that you wanted just…
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After removing Dropbox from my Mac, it still appears in "login" items. Help?
I am running the latest version of Ventura on Mac. After being a long time fan of dropbox, I decided to stop using it after having problems with the syncing function and the way it would move files around. Even after deleting the application, dropbox remains in "login items" underneath "Allow in the background." When…