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ab303
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2 years ago

CloudStorage Folder on Mac - Duplicate Dropbox Folders

I have recently updated Dropbox to the latest version (v172.4.7555) whereby the location of my Dropbox folder has moved to the 'CloudStorage' folder within Library on Mac OS (Ventura 13.3.1).   F...
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jobo49
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I have exactly the same problem. Some files are going to the "real" Dropbox, and some to the CloudStorage folder. A mess!

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Megan
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2 years ago

Hi jobo49, welcome to our Community! 

 

Can you please check the exact sync status and version of the app for me? You can hover over the Dropbox icon in your menu bar with your mouse to see this info.

 

If you have any relevant screenshots, of the files as they appear on both of these paths, I'd appreciate that too.

 

Keep me posted! 

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