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dcanedo
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8 years ago
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How to organize files

Hi there, I would like to organize my files with folders and subfolders. However, the system doesn't let me because some of the files are shared.  I have too much clutter now and would like to stream...
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  • Rich's avatar
    Rich
    8 years ago
    The ability to organize your folders already exists. It's possible to have folders and sub-folders and structure them how you want. In fact, if you have the Dropbox client installed on your computer, any folder structure you create in the Dropbox folder will be synced to your account online.
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dcanedo
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8 years ago

Thank you. I will try again. 

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Mark
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8 years ago
I agree with Rich.

I have one folder called 'Shared' where I have put everybody who has a Shared folder. Inside there i have also renamed them to things I remember - not what the other person wanted to call them.

The only warning with this, however, is when you do it your software WILL say you have left shared folders and deleted things. Ignore it. Give it time and it will say you've rejoined and sort itself out.
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    dcanedo
    Helpful | Level 5
    8 years ago

    Thanks. I think I will try some other Dropbox-like site.  This is a bit too complicated and time consuming for me. Thanks anyway. Regards, DC

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