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What's the actual issue with Apple FileProviders API
I'm trying to reply to this post https://www.dropboxforum.com/discussions/101001016/dropbox-on-file-provider-support-for-macos-questions/781551/replies/783389 but in a dropbox fashion "Replies have been turned off for this discussion": @billgdbx can you explain exactly what is the exact issue with the Apple FileProvider…
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No right-click function on my macOS desktop app.
Hello, the right click function on the desktop app for dropbox on my Mac has stopped appearing.. how can I bring it back? I'm using Sequoia 15.3.1 / dropbox v221.4 thank you.
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How to format an external SSD to APFS?
Hi, Dropbox Community. I want to move all my Dropbox folders and files to a new external SSD attached to my MacBook Pro (High Sierra 10.13.6). I had to use the “Disk Utility” on my Mac to erase the format type “MacOS Extended (Journaled)” because of the error “Unsupported File System.” Erase was successful. But, now I’m…
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After using the Apple Migration Assistant, I ended up with two Dropbox folders.
I have used Apple's Migration Assistant to move all my content from one Mac to a new Mac. I keep all of my Dropbox files on my computer, so all my Dropbox files are transferred to the new Mac. Now Dropbox is creating a new Dropbox folder and downloading all of my files. How should I best handle this?
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Dropbox app is disappearing from my Mac repeatedly, why?
I have been using Dropbox for years without any problems at all. However it has disappeared from my Mac 5 or 6 times in the last month and there is no logical reason why - it just goes. I then have to re-download the app. Any idea why and how this can be stopped? I began a thread on this last week and had one response from…
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Context menu items missing from Dropbox folder on a new installation on new Mac computer
Hi! I just got a new Mac, installed Dropbox for MAC, and my files are all here (online only) but my context menus are not appearing. I've tried the following to no avail: * Advanced Reinstalltion * Restart of computer * Relaunch of Finder... Still no context menus when I right click! Please help! I'm on the latest version…
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Unable to move Dropbox folder to external drive on Mac
Good evening, I have tried many solutions suggested by this forum to get the result of having a copy of the files present on the cloud also on an external mac disk but without success (permissions, formatting the APFS drive encrypted and not, mac os extended). The disk where the operating system resides is 250GB and is not…
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"dropbox needs to change permissions for the folder" after changing home folder name on macos
Hi I changed the name of my home folder on macos monterey. I get the following message when opening dropbox: dropbox needs to change permissions for the folder users/OldHomefolder/.dropbox. The Oldhomefolder does not exist anymore. Does anyone know a solution? Thanks
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Selective sync issues after migrating to a new Mac Mini M4 from an M1
I upgraded to a Mac Mini M4 from a Mac Mini M1, there are many Dropbox Selective Sync issues after migration. I think I understand how to clear them up, but how can I get folders that are already in my Dropbox account in cloud to appear in Finder in Available Off Line mode? For example in Finder I have a folder ******…
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Stuck on "Starting": Migration of files that never were uploaded to DB, so can't do a reinstall
the major reinstall only works if you know all the files are already in dropbox. For me, I have files that never made it to dropbox online and I can't recount every file that was created. as i am upgrading from an old MAC iOS that went dormant when dropbox moved on. How do we do a complete ****** reinstall and sync the…
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Dropbox syncing icons are gone. I can't make content available offline, or online only.
Good day everyone I was recently cleaning my storage space (i have a MAC running sequioa 15.0) and i accidentally clicked on make available offline on a large folder i Had, since I have no space my dropbox wwas unable to sync the files to my computer, now the tick marks are completley gone and I cant make anything online…
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The Dropbox right-click options are gone from my Mac's Finder.
My files are all in the cloud. This restricts things I can do on my Mac; I can't preview or upload to the web, for example (which I want to do often). I thought one used to be able to right click in the Finder and make a particular folder available offline. But that's missing on my Mac. Right clicking in a Dropbox folder…
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Dropbox won't show me the option to make content "available offline".
have installed Dropbox on two MacBooks. On the first one, I can download folders and make them available offline. However, this isn't working on this MacBook Air. I've already uninstalled and reinstalled Dropbox. Dropbox has full disk access on this laptop. What is going wrong, and how can I resolve this?
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Why are there no context menus on Mac OS?
as of today on brand new Mac mini m4 pro running 15.3.2 (24D81) withal the lates updates I can right click in finder and share folders like I have been for a decade! what's the fix! seems like this only issue not resolved ?
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A Dropbox icon has replaced the Desktop and Documents icons on macOS
I have Dropbox latest client installed in MacOS. I don't use the Dropbox backup features for desktop or documents - however it has still taken over these icons in the Finder navigation bar. I've tried removing Dropbox, but as soon as I reinstall, the icons revert back. Does anyone know how to clear / prevent Dropbox from…
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Files automatically switching to "online-only" on Mac
Two years later and I'm still having this issue. I can't reliably work with Dropbox files, especially if I find myself somewhere without wifi.
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Files that I update on my Mac don't sync online.
In the last couple of weeks, local files that I work on are not syncing online. If they do, it is extremely slow. My internet is fine. I am on a Mac as well. I work synchronously with others on these files, so it's a bit concerning that they may not be working on my most recent versions. I have been using dropbox for over…
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"Copy Dropbox link" option not working on macOS Sequoia 15.1
I use a Basic version of Dropbox. The Quick Actions menu works on my MacBook Pro (2023) running Sonoma 14.7.1 but not on my other MacBook Pro (late 2023) running Sequoia 15.1. Share and Copy Dropbox link do nothing upon right clicks. I appreciate any help in solving this problem.
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Syncing problems on Mac OS
I have been having problems with syncing the last few days. I have Sequioa
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I update files on both my computers, but they're not syncing with each other.
Hi all, I have devices linked to my own dropbox account -- one is my work desktop and the other is my laptop. I had no problem reading all the files on both computers until this year. Now, suddenly, whatever I do on one computer doesnt sync to the other, and vice versa.
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Why can't we still open shared links directly via the desktop app on macOS?
This used to be possible. Why is it no longer a feature? 2 years ago? Come on Dropbox! I love dropbox, it's such a great app but the functionality which used to be there and now is no longer makes our lives so difficult! We have to send screen grabs with the location of files to our colleagues, because the web link is…
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The desktop app crashes on my MacBook Pro running Mac OS 15.3
I have a continuing problem on a MacBook Pro running the latest 15.3 Sonoma with Dropbox Plus. Periodically I will look for the Dropbox icon in my menu bar and it will not be there, and Activity Monitor says it is not running either. I'll start the Dropbox app again, and it will be visible in the menu bar until the next…
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Why am I not eligible for File Provider on Mac OS?
I continue to have the same problem, and neither Dropbox nor my company has a solution. I have no more than 300,000 files, and I've tried everything. I've received over 80 messages from Dropbox support, and they still haven't resolved anything. It's incredible that this is happening after two years and they haven't…
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Slow upload speeds, but I know it's not my connection.
I'm getting extremely slow upload/sync speeds. I know it's not my connection as I'm getting 900mps upload. I rely on dropbox for my business and it's causing me to not be able to transfer files by my deadline.
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Dropbox desktop app won't connect to the internet after enabling private relay on Mac OS
After enabling private relay on macOS, I have noticed that Dropbox does not connect to the internet after rebooting. It gets stuck on: reconnecting to the internet, this may take a moment. However, I disable the private relay in iCloud settings, it connects instantly and stays connected. Is this a known fact that Dropbox…
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MacOS background items and system files. Can I delete these?
On macOS Sequoia 15.3.1, Dropbox 217.4.4417 just made some install changes/updates, but it is not clear what. In System Settings/General/Login Items & Extensions, I have the Dropbox.app in Open at Login and Dropbox (with the blue logo) and Dropbox, Inc. (with no logo) in Allow in the Background. Can someone please advise…
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Online only option isn't working on Mac OS
Hey all, I've recently had some trouble with Dropbox files taking up hundreds of GBs on my Mac's internal storage. When I select "Make file online-only," nothing happens. My Dropbox version is 219.4.4463, and my macOS version is Sonoma 14.6.1. I’d appreciate any help! Thanks.
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How can I find which folders have been unchecked via selective sync on my Mac desktop app?
I want to make sure that I'm syncing my entire Dropbox to my Mac. Apparently I've unchecked folders in Selective Sync - but when I try to find out which one, they all appear to be checked. I've just spent an hour going through my entire folder structure and all the boxes are checked. Is this a bug? -- I can't seem to add a…