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jamainaz
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2 years ago
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Issues with adding a second account to my desktop

I installed the Dropbox app on a new laptop and logged into my business account, which now shows up in file explorer.  I stopped midstream and planned to go back later to add my personal account, but...
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  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    2 years ago

    Okay, none of these would open the app itself. This article should show you where to click.

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Rich
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2 years ago
jamainaz wrote:

... when I try to open the Dropbox app, the only thing that opens is file explorer with my business account.  Is there a way to go back and add my personal account, or do I need to delete Dropbox from my system and start over?

If your business account is an actual Dropbox Business account, you can link your personal and business accounts and sync them both on your computer.

 

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