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I would like to suggest a feature that could greatly enhance the functionality and usability of Dropbox: the ability to sort folders by their creation date in addition to the existing sorting options.
Why This Feature is Needed:
1 Efficient Drive Management: When cleaning out or reorganizing storage, sorting folders by their creation date provides a clear timeline of when content was added, helping users identify older, potentially obsolete folders.
2 Improved File Organization: This feature would allow users to understand the chronological context of their data, which is especially useful for archival purposes.
3 Consistency Across Systems: Many file managers (e.g., Finder on macOS and File Explorer on Windows) already offer this option. Having it in Dropbox ensures a seamless workflow between local and cloud storage.
Feature Details:
- Add "Creation Date" as a sortable column in both the web interface and desktop applications.
- Ensure folders can be sorted by creation date, just like individual files.
- Include this option in APIs for developers who work with automated tools or scripts.
Potential User Benefits:
- Faster identification of outdated data, leading to more efficient storage usage.
- Enhanced organizational tools for power users and businesses managing extensive files and folders.
Thank you for considering this request. I believe this feature would add significant value to Dropbox and make it even more indispensable for users like me who rely on it for efficient file management. Please let me know if further details or examples would be helpful.
- Rich
Super User II
Add "Creation Date" as a sortable column in both the web interface and desktop applications.
Dropbox doesn't control sorting or the column labels on your computer. Your operating system controls that. If the OS is capable of displaying a Creation Date column, you should already be able to sort by it.
