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One by Design
2 months agoExplorer | Level 4
Undo the change of online-only files. It keeps syncing.
In my desperation to save storage space, I thought I could select every folder and re-activate the one or two that I need. I didn't realize that putting all my files as online only would take at leas...
JohnnyDogman
2 months agoCollaborator | Level 8
You can stop the syncing process and regain access to your files. Here’s what you can do:
Pause Dropbox Sync:
- Click on the Dropbox icon in your system tray or menu bar.
- Click on your profile picture or initials, then select Pause syncing. This will stop all syncing temporarily.
Selective Sync:
- Go to Dropbox Preferences > Sync > Selective Sync.
- Choose only the folders you need to sync locally, unchecking all others. This will prevent unnecessary files from downloading.
Revert Files to Local:
- For the folders you need to work on immediately, right-click on them and choose Smart Sync > Local. This will prioritize the download of those specific files.
Resume Syncing:
- Once you’ve set the preferences for only the folders you need, resume syncing by clicking Resume syncing in Dropbox.
This should help you stop the massive syncing and allow you to get back to work more quickly.
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