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Cut the Clutter: Test Ignore Files Feature [sign up to become a beta tester]
For years youâve asked for a simple way to exclude files and folders from sync without using selective sync feature. Weâre testing a new way to give you more control over what Dropbox syncs and what it doesnât. If youâve ever wanted to keep certain files or folders on your device without syncing them to dropbox.com, this feature is for you. đ€ What is it? Ignore Files lets you list exclusion rules in a special text file called rules.dropboxignore placed in your Dropbox root folder. Any file or folder that matches a rule will stay on your computer but will not sync to dropbox.com or count against your storage. đ Who weâre looking for Desktop Dropbox users on Windows, macOS, or Linux People who regularly deal with temporary or bulky content, e.g. Software Engineers Video / audio / 3D creators Anyone who hates seeing clutter in their cloud storage Someone who is comfortable trying a closed beta feature and sharing honest feedback đïž How the closed beta works Hereâs what to expect if you join the beta for Ignore Files: Register - Fill out the form here â [Sign-up link] Confirm: Eligible participants will receive an email to confirm their participation, along with the timeline details. Get Set Up - Make sure you have Dropbox app installed on your computer Weâll Enable It - Weâll activate Ignore Files feature for you. Try It Out - Use Dropbox as usual for 1 week, ignoring files and folders as needed. Share Your Thoughts - At the end of the week, weâll send a quick survey. You can also opt into a 30-minute feedback chat (optional, limited spots available!) âïž Want in? Fill out the quick screener here by date â [Sign-up link] Keep an eye on your inbox - weâll be in touch if youâre selected Thanks so much for helping us improve Dropbox. Weâre excited to hear what you think! Got questions? Just drop them in the thread below. đŹEmojis in filenames are finally here! đ„ł
Hey everyone! Weâve got some exciting news - Dropbox now supports way more characters in filenames and folders! Emojis are now supported across all surfaces, and itâs available to everyone! That means support for emojis like đ, đ”, đŽââ ïž, plus rare scripts like đ©žœ, ۧÙÙÙÙ, and even mathematical symbols like đ or đž. This long-requested update fixes the issue of files not syncing properly due to unsupported characters, so everything now works just as expected. Whether youâre jazzing up a folder name with a little âš flair âšor using your native language to stay in flow, we hope this update brings a little extra delight to your day and the way you work. Give it a go and let us know what you think! And of course, thank you to Link1328ââ for the idea and everyone who contributed to the thread! Let us know what you think, share your feedback or any other requests for characters to support below đ Happy organizing!
