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ms97
Explorer | Level 3
11 months ago

I want to save a file outside of the Apps folder

Hello! I am currently saving files in my 'Apps' folder using the files_upload() API. I want to save files in a seperate environment than 'Apps' where users are already looking. I believe my Dropbox ...
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    ms97
    Explorer | Level 3
    11 months ago

    Thank you for the information! My app has full Dropbox access already, but no matter what path I give it, it is stored in the App folder.  I have two apps one is limited to 'App folder' and one is not.  When using bi_automation, it still only stores files inside the app folder. Is there a way to change this?

    • Здравко's avatar
      Здравко
      Legendary | Level 20
      11 months ago
      ms97 wrote:

      ...  When using bi_automation, it still only stores files inside the app folder. ...

      What do you mean when you say "using bi_automation"? 🤔 Did you change only the app key only and continue use the existing tokens or perform full re-authentication? 🙂

      • ms97's avatar
        ms97
        Explorer | Level 3
        11 months ago

        I did a full re authentification using a new app

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