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Download file vs Save as Shared Folder
In a shared folder admin will be notified if file is downloaded by pressing the download button within dropbox, but does right click/save as do the same?
Others can't see my shared folder updates
Hey Guys, I´ve a strange Problem: So we have a folder since 2013 and all of a sudden, everybody else can still see and work with it, but im out alone, i can still see the folder and work with it, but nobody can see my stuff and i cannot see theirs. For me it came out of nowhere, i cant remember changing anything in the…
The following characters are not allowed: angle brackets \ / : ? * " | ERROR Dropbox File Request
I keep getting the error "The following characters are not allowed: angle brackets \ / : ? * " |" when trying to create a folder for File Request, but I am not using those in my file name at all. Any suggestions?
How do I save a video?
I have a email message with a link but when I try to open it I am shown a message that the video is too large. Soooo I downloaded Drop box. The original message was sent via dropbox How do I saver the video - view it - and share with others? Also i have a large video that would like to share with someone that has dropbox
IS THIS POSSIBLE: To create a listen-only link to an audio file
As a songwriter, I would like to know if there is some way to send people a listen-only link to an MP3 file. I want specific people of my choosing to receive a link that only permits them to listen to the MP3 audio via the link with no download and no way to redistribute the link, and it would be nice to set an expiration…
Shared link expired - how can I download the files?
Hi guys. About 8 years ago I did some acting for a film student based in Wellington. I was sent finished projects to my email via Dropbox. Recently I tried to access the works but I can't and displays a message saying link no longer works. I would desperately like to retrieve them. Unfortunately I have long since lost…
404 error message on Facebook post
I have a Dropbox Basic (free) account. I'm trying to post a Dropbox link on a Facebook group. The link is to a folder containing 205 photos totaling 836 MB. Before even posting, Dropbox presented a 404 Error message in the text I was about to post. I'm not attempting to sell the images. Why am I getting the 404 Error?
Share link not working
Our share links are no longer working in Shopify. We have a wholesale website where we have our dropbox links in the navigation for retailer resources such as terms and conditions, images, etc. These links used to work. They no longer work. Our customers just keep getting redirected to the dog page that says "that didnt…
Can't Get Past Dropbox Ad
I've got a free account. Someone sent me a link to share a file with me. When I click on a link all I get is a Dropbox ad giving me upgrade options. Here is the URL for what comes up: https://www.dropbox.com/plan-upgrade?oqa=wb_oq_rd_fb&reason=out-of-space Note the "out-of-space" But the page says "131.47 MB of 2.5 GB…
How do I unshare a file or folder with a non member
Greetings - I am using Dropbox Business Standard. I have several files shared with various people. Is there a way to delete links and/or sharing with one non-member? I am not sure where all of the shares are located?
Privacy question on shared links
I realize that when I share a file via a link, for example a demo file on a forum, the name of the owner is shown to anyone that use the link, in the form of a message like "Joe Smith shared the file abcd.xyz with you" or "You received abcd.xyz from Joe Smith" or "Register to Dropbox to cooperate with Joe Smith on abcd.xyz…
Charged storage for shared content
Hello, I keep getting messages to upgrade my drop box because it’s full. My drop box account does not have any files stored in it, everything is shared from someone else’s premium Dropbox account. Why is it taking up space in my personal Dropbox and trying to charge me for the shared space and the person who is hosting the…
how to change link type
hello! How can I change the look of the link?for my code to work correctly, the link needs to look like this: http://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/ when I copy the video link it looks like this: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ what could be the problem?
Changes made in a shared excel document are only saved locally but cannot be seen by others.
Hi! I have just bought a new MacBook Air and have a new problem using my Dropbox. My siblings and I share an excel file that we all regularly make changes in. I have never had this problem before with my old MacBook Pro but with this new laptop, my changes are saved to my MacBook but cannot be seen by my siblings. Any…
Shared folder upload storage limit
Hello, kindly need help. I want to share a folder in my account with someone else without a dropbox account. In order so he can upload 450 gb. I shared the folder with him but dropbox wont let him upload more than 50gb. Has anyone encountered?
Storage - only viewing a shared folder
Hi everyone, I've had drop box for a while - just the basic plan and it's served me well for many years. A few months ago I was given permission to view a group's folder. All was good until last week when they uploaded photos and videos. Now Dropbox is saying I've used 994% of my storage. I would have thought that if I…
Make the share folder screen and file request password screens PROFESSIONAL
My organization uses dropbox Business and it's extremely embarassing when I send file requests to clients OR when I send them a password protected shared folder. Instead of seeing our logo branded (or even dropbox's logo which only appears very small in the top left corner) and any indication of professionalism or…
No share link ?
I have file on Dropbox ... and (on my PC) my normal use if right click on file (can't rember if it also worked for folder) Then I would select to 'get link' and then could send that to those I want to share file with. I now find 'get link' option is no longer there. The 'share' option, just tries to open Outlook (whichI…
Video Embed Issue
Hi there, I'm trying to embed a video on my ready mag portfolio website. I've done this in the past by copying the link from my Dropbox uploaded file and replacing dl=0 with raw=1. However now when I copy the link from Dropbox it has additional letters after the dl=0 and is no longer working when embedded. This is only…
File Request - The following characters are not allowed: angle brackets \ / : ? * " |
Hello, I'm creating a file request, like I have many time before but suddenly it is coming up with this warning: 'The following characters are not allowed: angle brackets \ / : ? * " |' This makes no sense as I am not using any of these characters in my subject line. I have even just tried 1 character 'J' and it still came…
Dropbox interface is unclear when sharing with people without Dropbox
If I send a link to multiple people, do all of theses people need to sign up for Dropbox to see my files? I think the answer is yes because I tried the link myself (as a non-user) and I was prompted to log in or sign up. The real problem is that I need this information WHEN I CREATE THE LINK. It should be my choice whether…
Query on shared dropbox
Good afternoon, I have been asked to save files in the Dropbox of my friend. I have now run out of space. Do I need to upgrade or is it my friend who has to upgrade on my behalf. I am unclear about how this works. Kindly advise. Also, what is the difference between a professional and a basic upgrade package? I see that…
Shared links have a prompts on the site
I have uploaded a video to Dropbox and need to create a working share link. The video is set to "anyone with the link can view." The link isn't opening correctly. There is a pop-up over the video instructing viewers to log on or get an account.
Record Release Strategy; how to share my material through Dropbox
How can I provide my song tracks, cover art & videos via Dropbox to give all my email contacts access to download this material? The email contact list is huge, as it includes Press contacts, Radio Stations & various people that need to be able to download these items without individual permission. How can this be done? I…
Email notification when folder added to followed folder
I was wondering if there was a way to get notifications when a new subfolder is added to a folder I follow. I am currently able to get notifications when material is added directly to the folder, and I can follow the subfolders to get notifications when additional material is added to those files. However, I was curious if…
3TB free space but can't sync with others
I recently upgraded to the Professional Plan, which provides a total storage capacity of 3TB. However, despite having 95% of the space remaining unused, I am encountering a problem when sharing certain folders with others. When attempting to share these folders with a colleague or friend, they receive a notification…
Share Folder doesn't appear in my account.
Hi! I can't access a shared folder when my other coworkers can perfectly access the documents. Even though the folder was shared with me, I can't see it in my account, neither in the app nor in the desktop version. I have a DropBox Basic account, but the folder only has 60 mb and I have nothing else in my account, so I…
Upload a file on dropbox using a direct https link without authentication on the front
Hello, Does someone know if there is a possibility to get a https link to upload a file on the dropbox ? I mean not a link which leads you to the login page where you can add then your file using the front. A direct link to upload a file. Thank you Julien
How to change view only settings in Dropbox family account?
When I share a folder or send a link to the people in my family account it's sent as view only. We collaborate on documents so I want them to be able to edit it. How do I change this setting? Thanks for your input, Landis
Can I share a link with certain specifications?
Hi Guys Is it possible with dropbox to share a video with a link with the following specificities: - expiration date - not downladable - the link should be unique for every customer to whom I sent the link because I will send it at a different time of the year, therefore this will impact on the expiration date. Many thanks…

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