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36 TopicsHow does Dropbox syncing work? Do I have to move my files inside the local Dropbox folder?
Hello everyone I've been using google drive for a while but I'm not very satisfied anymore (mostly because Im in need to sync bigger and bigger files and it struggles a lot). So I'm thinking about switching to dropbox. I have never used, but heard great things. the only thing Im concern about is that I heard that you cant just sync any folder you want on your computer, you need to put the files you want in a specific dropbox folder. So more than a sync, its just like manually putting the file you want to sync in a specific folder? But I'm constanly adding new files everyday, downloading contract, invoice, videos, premiere files, font etc. That I need t oshare with lots of different people, it would be impossible to manually put everything everyday inside the folder. How do you guys use it? Am I misunderstanding anything? Or, should I just move my existing work folder directly into the dropbox folder and work from there? It's a 1to folder, can I just easily sync it if I put it in the dropbox folder? Thanks a lot!Solved64Views0likes3CommentsCan this app be used on my Android phone in 2025?
I need all the help I can get. Can someone answer this question. I have a android phone Galaxy A53 5G that I bought 2022-2023. I have alot of videos on there that my phone storage can no longer maintain. No I can't use the ones from Google they only do photos. Also I have don't have an computer at all only my phone. I'm trying to be a new upcoming youtuber. So yes I will be making alot of videos. Will this app work for me or not? I haven't used this app before this so I really don't know? Someone please help?25Views1like4CommentsHow to Link your Calendars to Dropbox
As we step into 2025, integrating tools and apps has become essential for seamless workflows 💪. Our lives revolve around our schedules and calendars so linking your Dropbox account with your Google or Outlook calendar not only saves time but also boosts productivity by centralizing your tasks, files, and appointments in one place 👨💻. Here’s a step-by-step guide to linking Dropbox with your calendar and contacts for ultimate productivity: Log in to Dropbox.com via the web browser Click the grid in the left-hand corner Select App Centre to find what you wish to link. Search Calendar within the search bar to find your desired calendar application. Select connect on your desired calendar linkage. Follow the on-screen instructions to grant Dropbox access to your calendar and contacts. For Google Calendar, you may need to log in to your Google account and confirm permissions. For Outlook, log in to your Microsoft account and complete the authorization. Linking Dropbox with your Google or Outlook calendar and contacts is a simple way to stay organized and save time 💌. It keeps your files, schedules, and contacts connected, making it easier to manage meetings, deadlines, and teamwork 🤝💬. Give it a try and see how it can simplify your workflow and boost your productivity.2.3KViews7likes0CommentsDropbox stuck on "Starting" after upgrading to Ubuntu 24.10
I have recently upgraded to Ubuntu 24.10 and have noticed that Dropbox never gets past starting. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling and setting fs.inotify.max_user_watches to 1 million and it still does not work. The reason for setting fs.inotify.max_user_watches to 1 million was because this was the number that stopped this happening in 24.04. Has anyone else come across this issue and has found a resolution?466Views0likes6CommentsThe Dropbox application does not open on my Windows 10 computer
My Dropbox application does not open. I have uninstalled and installed again, I have restarted the computer but it does not open. I use Windows 10 Pro. I can see all the files when I open my account in the browswer, but the desktop app does not work. I can open it in an android, but not in windows.1.6KViews0likes3CommentsI keep getting a pop-up notification to sign up for Dropbox.
Hi, Out of the blue, a few days back, after tinkering with my DB account, when I start my computer, I get a panel from DB inviting me to sign up for an account - preferable a paid-for account. If I try to delete the message it comes back. What has caused this and how can I stop it? At the moment I dont need or want a premium account. Many thanks. BalesSolved517Views0likes5CommentsCan't open the Dropbox app after the user folder name changed
Migrated user from AD to Entra ID, the user folder name changed, now it says "Couldn't start Dropbox" and I can't open the settings to make changes. Tried uninstalling and reinstalling the app, but that didn't work.Solved3.4KViews0likes5Comments"Access is denied" error after transfer of Dropbox from an old computer to a new one
Hi, My laptop screen broke and my software and data was mirrored on to my new laptop. My Dropbox files are on my computer, but the Dropbox App isn't working. For a short while I did not realize this, because I could actually save new files to what appeared to be my Dropbox folder. I suspect I have to re-install Dropbox. My concern is that I added new files to the dropbox folders that I don't want to lose. I haven't found a way to easily identify those files to preserve them by copying them to a different folder. One of the issues is that I get an error message when I try to access a Dropbox folder directly. I am pasting the log entry below. Is there a work around or do I have to accept that I have to loose the new files? bn.BUILD_KEY: Dropbox bn.VERSION: 202.4.5551 bn.constants.WINDOWS_SHELL_EXT_VERSION: 75 bn.is_frozen: True machine_id: 98a1da10-9452-4884-ac20-f29cb73449eb pid: 23900 cwd: 'C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client' real_path='C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client' mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 parent mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 HOME: None appdata: 'C:\\Users\\rlandgraf_surface\\AppData\\Local\\Dropbox\\instance1' real_path='C:\\Users\\rlandgraf_surface\\AppData\\Local\\Dropbox\\instance1' not found parent not found dropbox_path: None not found parent not found sys_executable: 'C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client\\Dropbox.exe' real_path='C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client\\Dropbox.exe' mode=0o100777 uid=0 gid=0 parent mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 trace.__file__: 'C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client\\202.4.5551\\python-packages.zip\\dropbox\\client\\ui\\common\\boot_error.pyc' real_path='C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Dropbox\\Client\\202.4.5551\\python-packages.zip\\dropbox\\client\\ui\\common\\boot_error.pyc' not found parent not found TMP: C:\Users\RLANDG~1\AppData\Local\Temp TEMP: C:\Users\RLANDG~1\AppData\Local\Temp tempdir: 'C:\\Users\\RLANDG~1\\AppData\\Local\\Temp' real_path='C:\\Users\\RLandgraf\\AppData\\Local\\Temp' mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 parent mode=0o40777 uid=0 gid=0 Traceback (most recent call last): File "desktop/dropbox/client/main.py", line 8214, in main_startup File "desktop/dropbox/client/main.py", line 2691, in initialize File "desktop/dropbox/client/main.py", line 1702, in startup_low File "desktop/dropbox/client/main.py", line 1317, in safe_makedirs File "desktop/dropbox/fsutil.py", line 709, in safe_makedirs File "desktop/dropbox/overrides.py", line 241, in makedirs File "desktop/dropbox/overrides.py", line 241, in makedirs File "desktop/dropbox/overrides.py", line 241, in makedirs File "desktop/dropbox/overrides.py", line 254, in makedirs PermissionError: [WinError 5] Access is denied: 'C:\\Users\\rlandgraf_surface\\AppData'409Views0likes2Comments