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mossbeach's avatar
mossbeach
Explorer | Level 3
2 months ago

"This folder can only be shared as a link.", but the link also gives an error.

I am trying to share a folder with my wife. I try to share it and it says "This folder can only be shared as a link."

 

I share the link with her and she needs to request access. I click "approve" and I get the following:

 

Error (500) Something went wrong. Don't worry, your files are still safe and the Dropbox team has been notified. Check out our Status Page to see if there is a known incident, our Help Center and forums for help, or head back to home.

 

What is my problem?

  • Nancy's avatar
    Nancy
    Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

    Thanks for posting about this on our forum, mossbeach!

     

    Can you send me a full screenshot of the first message you mention? Is this folder located within another shared folder, by any chance?

     

    I’d also like a screenshot of what your wife sees on her end when trying to open the link.

     

    Let me know when you’re ready and I’ll have a look.

    • mossbeach's avatar
      mossbeach
      Explorer | Level 3

      Here's my screen. My wife isn't around right now, so can't get her screen.

      I was able to share some folders underneath my main one, but I wanted to share the root folder.

       

       

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