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How can I replace my old Dropbox account for my new one in Outlook when trying to attach files?
Hi people! I’m trying to attach files to my MS Outlook emails using my iPad, and I can’t seem to get rid of the option of my old Dropbox account. How do I delete this as a source, and replace it with the new Dropbox account?
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Shared Files NOT Showing Up for Everyone only the owner.
Our owner is sharing folders with us that DO NOT show up for everyone. They ONLY show up for him, although everyone SHOULD have access. Have never had a problem with this until recently. Need to fix ASAP.
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I have a raw photo on my iPhone, that I need to upload to Dropbox, but the MB change.
Hi. New here. I have a raw photo from my iPhone that I want to share with someone. When I transfer it over to Dropbox it goes from 87MB to 16MB. How do I upload and transfer the whole photo?
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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?
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iPhone and iPad dropbox app not updating.
I have been using dropbox on my iPhone 2021 and iPad 2021, without any issues for years. In the last month I have been having problems with files and folders updating. I have downloaded the latest iPhone app and resigned in. But new folders are missing and files are missing. Also I have clicked the folder as 'make…
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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
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upload of file from word
I am new in this, so I guess this is a very simple question: How do I upload documents from wordfiles to dropbox?
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Unable to upload photos into Dropbox paper
Hi, I hope someone is able to help. I am struggling to upload photos into Dropbox paper from my 2021 iPad Pro gen 3. Latest software on all. Tried normal install and uninstall. The same applies to trying to insert the photo in the browser. Photos can be selected to insert, but then won’t insert it into the document. Best…
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Transferring files from SD card in Galaxy Tab S7 to Dropbox
Hello, While on holiday, I occasionally uploaded the contents of my camera SD card to the SD card in my Tablet. Twice now, I have started transferring the files to Dropbox but come across this problem. I select My files/Edit/Select All and click Share, which appears below. At first, a pop-up appears on the right giving me…
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Videos Automatically convert from .mov to .mp4
Does anyone know how to stop Dropbox from converting videos (that are uploaded by me or sent to me ) from .mov to .mp4? It is happening automatically and I do not need them converted. Thank you!
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file name issues when batch uploading
Uploading a batch of files is a real pain because of file name issues. Is there a way/program to pre-identify the files before starting the upload action and having a stoppage during the upload due to a file name problem
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Files being downloaded that already are downloaded
I have been using Dropbox for years and have changed my mobile phone several times with no problem however last December I upgraded my Samsung Galaxy S9 to a Samsung Galaxy S21 and took some pictures and when I started to download them to Dropbox although I had only selected the most recent files what happened was that all…
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Do you know how to preserve location data when uploading photos and videos via a File Request?
The Goal: * Collect photos and videos from a group of people who may or may not have Dropbox accounts. * Important: We want to preserve the file quality, date, time and location data (Otherwise we would just share via WhatsApp!) Where I am at: * I have set up a Dropbox File Request link. * I have opened the link via a…
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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…
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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?
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File upload history on a shared folder
Hello, I would like to see the upload history (files names and uploaded dates) of all the file been upload by me to folder. Even files that where deleted. I want to know which files been upload by me to dropbox. I am now the owner/manager of a shared folder i would to check. using dropbox for windows desktop. prefer to…
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Scans on v334.2 iOS, can’t limit size
When scanning a document from my phone, there was a setting to reduce the file size. I keep copious records and would prefer not to save a 6mb text document. Is the setting buried somewhere?
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Can't upload files
Hello, I'm trying to upload a file to my Dropbox account. When I try, it first fails outright with the message "There was an error uploading a file." If I retry, then it puts the upload into a queue, but then gets stuck there. The file is less than 1 MB, so size doesn't seem to be the issue. I had this problem before…
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Corrupted Folders/Photos when uploading
When I uploaded files, the folders uploaded but were empty. Also, individual photo visible initially, but then when trying to move it. there is a small box but no photo. Trying to get help has been unsuccessful. I was given 100gb as trial. I'm told that I need to upgrade or else.
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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…
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Photos uploaded not listed by creation date
We mainly use 2 smartphone to upload our photos in different personalised folders. The folders are OK but when we view the Photos category listed per months is a complete mess: most pictures are listed by date of upload and not by date of creation! Most surprisingly not all photos are listed in this wrong way: a lot of…
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Adding Dropbox to my files manually, using Android.
I wanted to add a network storage such as this app i.e., Dropbox with my samsung my files in my Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE. For this I would require certain details. I have searched here and there but failed. Please help me with this as this would ease my work as a student. Details required are:
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How to upload 400GB folder using my browser?
i want to uplaod my 400gb folder but when i upload it my browser stuck and not responding my internet speed is 90 mbps and i have a good pc can someone tell me what can should i do
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Slow Upload Speeds
I am experiencing very slow upload speeds even though I have recently upgraded by internet connection (100mbs down and 40mbs up). I am a videographer who needs to upload gigabytes worth of footage online after every shoot and dropbox isn't even coming close to saturating my provided internet speed. Below is a list of what…
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Unable to upload more than 50gb file
Hello Team, Unable to upload more than 50gb data file, please help for the same. Id - [removed per the Dropbox Community Guidelines]
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Add From Google Drive
The option that I understand should appear from the "..." drop down for "Import from google drive" is missing. Any idea how I get it back? (https://help.dropbox.com/create-upload/copy-from-google-drive)
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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
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Where is my upload button?
WHERE IS THE UPLOAD BUTTON GONE? HOW DO I ADD A FILE TO MY ACCOUNT?
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Not able to save into my subfolders. Why?
Not sure this is the right category, however, I am not able to save anything into my 6th subfolder. Is there a limit?
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Unable to upload files of any size/type on any browser
A folder link was shared with me. I can see the upload options but I receive an error immediately after attempting to upload a document. It says "There was an error uploading a file." If I click "Retry", it says "In queue..." and never uploads. I've tried uploading spreadsheets, PDFs, picture files (.png). I'm using Chrome…