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How to stop Dropbox creating folders for backup
For some time, every time I create a new file on my MacBook using Microsoft software that I save to my Dropbox, the computer automatically creates the file (e.g. a document) and a separate folder wit...
Hi TS13, can you also clarify the Dropbox version you're using on your end, just to ensure you're not using a Beta version?
You can find this by locating your Dropbox icon on the menu bar, next to your WiFi and hovering your mouse there.
If you could also attach a few screenshots of an example duplicated folder, that'd be amazing, so that we can have a visual too.
Mac OS Monterey Version 12.6
Dropbox Status says "Your files are up to date".
Megan
Dropbox Staff
Dropbox StaffHi TS13, can you also clarify the Dropbox version you're using on your end, just to ensure you're not using a Beta version?
You can find this by locating your Dropbox icon on the menu bar, next to your WiFi and hovering your mouse there.
If you could also attach a few screenshots of an example duplicated folder, that'd be amazing, so that we can have a visual too.
