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How do I automatically create a file in a folder when a file is created in another specific folder?
Let's say I create a new file in a folder, call it Folder A, on my personal account. Whenever a new file appears in Folder A, I want that file copied to Folder B on my friend's account. Can this be done with Teams or another way? It seems like a simple program to do.
Wrong shared folder owner, how to change it?
Hello, I am new in the forum (not to Dropbox 😉 ) and have noticed a strange phenomenon: In my Dropbox [personal information removed per the Community's Guidelines] I have added my father - 99 years old! - as a member, so that he could download a movie made by me. Now he is shown as owner of the box and i am only rw user.…
My links aren't accessible anymore.
Hallo, I created document links in a public file. These links are not accessible more. Is it possible that de links are changed?
Transferring data’s from Onedrive
Is there any way which we can transfer the datas, contents and files stored in my Onedrive account to my new dropbox account. I was planing to shift the service from Onedrive to dropbox. Also will the files and data’s be the same how it was in Onedrive? Like in same manner as folders and sub folders with same file name.…
What type of content am I allowed to upload in Dropbox?
I wanted to know what type of datas are not allowed to store in dropbox. I was planing to take subscription, but i wanted to know the rules of dropbox and not to violate it. Particularly, i am planing to store my personal photos and videos, also there will be a chance of storing 18+ including nudity, pornography and thats…
Can I share file with specific individuals not in my team?
Excuse me - newbie to DropBox and a recent convert from Google Drive. I'm sure this question has been asked before but I want to share a file in edit mode with only specific individuals (i.e. email addresses). I don't want just ANYONE who has the link to have access. These individuals are a supplier company to us who may…
Link required login, logged in and link no longer works.
I received a link to view and edit a folder. I clicked on the link and was prompted to log in. After doing so (with a new dropbox account on the same email I have previously registered with...), clicking the link returns the following: "Invalid Link This link isn't quite right Usually this happens when the link wasn't…
Shared files between two accounts are different
My coworker has her own personal Dropbox account. I have my own personal Dropbox account. Somehow we can't seem to get the same files on both accounts. I have sent her multiple invites via emails and granted permission for her to access my files, but she keeps getting stuck in obsolete files on her account instead of new…
How to send a file to a friend?
I do not use Dropbox very often. It used to be very simple: 1. upload file 2. click to send a message to recipient and designate uploaded file for the recipient 3. enter recipient's eMail address, type brief message and hit SEND. The recipient would receive the message with a URL with instructions on how to download the…
Prevent top-level folder creation banned for members.
Is there a way to set permissions so only Administrators can create folders at the Root Folder Level? Two days into the business account, team members are already adding folders that shouldn't be there.
Error 500 when opening shared link
I shared a link with a coworker. When they clicked the link, they got this message with a purple dart board image. "Error (500) Something went wrong. Don't worry, your files are still safe, and the Dropbox team has been notified. Check out our Status Page to see if there is a known incident, our Help Center and forums for…
How to mirror local files using Dropbox?
Hey everyone, I'm scouting the internet about something I've tried and google in different languages. Unfortunately, I don't get a 100% answer, so my question is... How can I synchronize the whole computer with all your "computers"? IOW. How to mirror your computer with a laptop, or even two computers? I am talking about a…
Will the shared files be deleted on all user's accounts, if the owner deletes their account?
Will the shared files be deleted on all user accounts if one user who shared files closes their account?
Uploading an updated file to keep the shared link active?
A week ago I uploaded a powerpoint file into dropbox. Today I updated that file. If I upload today's file into Dropbox with the same filename, will it replace the first file? Assuming so, will the link remain the same? Your advice will be appreciated. Peter
Direct access to an .mp3 with the use of a code.
Is it possible to get direct access to an .mp3 file so that it can be linked to my website and then "played" using a simple HTML code that creates an audio player and plays the file in question?
Unable to download files from shared link; always shows "incorrect email or password"
Hi Friend. My client share a link and I want to download the shared files. But after I enter the password on the download file page, it always shows that the password is wrong. Even if I confirm the password is correct. Btw, When I click "create an account" and "forgotten your password?" nothing happens. The file is about…
Deleted account but pictures still available through shared links
Hi. Hi there, I had my pictures uploaded to the dropbox site by my photographer. Unfortunately my photographer has stated he has deleted his Dropbox account. However my pictures are still readily available for anybody to access. I would like to withdraw all permissions for my photos to be stored on these dropbox link. Can…
Share Links are NOT Working - Recipients receiving 404 message on their end from my Free Account.
Hello - my Share-Links are not working properly. They only work sometimes, and other times not. My recipients are receiving 404 messages after I create and send them a Dropbox folder share-link. I've had multiple people take a look to troubleshoot, and it all appears to be on dropbox side. Also, I work in tech, so pretty…
How can I avoid complex image sharing links?
Hi I use Dropbox as a source for importing files to a website, and for almost all files that works fine. For a few, though, the "share" link becomes verey long and complex, and the image doesn't come through. - Works: link removed - Does not work: link removed I can handle the ?dl=0 (or ?dl=1) with a search/replace if…
MOVING / ORGANIZING SHARED FOLDERS
Dear Community, I have a question about "shared folders". If someone shares a folder with me and I join that folder, is it possible to move/rename other folders (sub-folders) within the shared folder into my folders without changing anything for the owner of the original folder? I have my own system and structure and would…
Running low on Dropbox space, just need to view shared folder item on iOS
I am using an Apple phone. My Dropbox storage is almost full. I only wish to view a shared folder. But every time I click the file, it takes me to an option to join a plan that increases my storage. I am able to bypass this on the iPad which allows to ‘view’ only. How do I do the same on the phone?
I cannot access a shared folder anymore. Link is broken.
Please help! I've had access to a folder shared with me for years, but all of a sudden, when I click to view the contents of the folder, it says that the link is broken. No changes have been made by the owner of the folder and all other members don't have any issues. Same issue on laptop and mobile device. This is a very…
Hotlink allowed? Is it allowed to embed a dropbox audio file in a wordpress audio player?
Hi guys, is it allowed to embed a file that is hosted on dropbox to an audio player in wordpress? Or does Dropbox have any registrations with hotlinks? Thank you for your help. Best regards
Cannot rename or move a folder that has been shared - should this be possible?
A co-worker of mine is having challenges with folders that have been shared with him by a vendor. Sometimes the name of the folder is too vague, and he would like to rename the folder with the date for clarification. Every time he tries to rename the folder, it won't work. Is this not a feature that is offered, since he…
Can’t share file Sharing is restricted
I have 2 folders with 3 small json files in each. In folder 1 I was able to create View only links. In folder 2 I was able to create View only links on 1 file but not on the other 2. The contents of all 3 files is identical. I've checked the community and google and I'm doing everything as suggested. Can anyone guide me on…
Can I give view only access to the parent folder and edit access to the subfolders?
Hi all I'm running a project and using Dropbox as main file repository for a number of internal and external colleagues. I want ALL colleagues to have read access to everything. I want CHOSEN colleaues to have edit access to certain subfolders (the disciplines they are responsible for). I've tried creating a read only link…
Can specific links be reused?
I have somewhat recently started working at a company. Previously, when doing sales pitches, our salesmen would use a QR code as a quick link to a specific product. Need for that product waned and they stopped using that QR code. The file has been moved, I guess, since then. Since I began, they have reworked the product…
Can shared items be exported if downloads have been disabled?
Recently DropBox updated its settings and now even if you share a file through a link with "Disabled download" settings anyone with the link, and without a Dropbox account, can export this file to any other platform or download it to their device. Ive noticed this is specially easy when opening files on mobile (Attatchment…
Is it possible to share a folder in a parent folder without them having access to everything?
I have a parent folder and would like to share sub folders with my clients but only want them to see their folder not all the folders in the parent folder. I have the basic plan. Is it possible to share a folder in a parent folder with someone without them having access to all the folders in the parent folder?
Is there enough storage freed up to access a shared item?
I am an early adopter of Dropbox -- have been on for 10-15 years. I remember it was creaky at the beginning and I may have had more than 1 account until I got everything working. It's been fine and I now have a Basic (free) account with 2 GB of storage, and with promos , referrals etc. it says I now have 5.25GB. I am…

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