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Dixie605
Explorer | Level 4
5 years ago
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How to remove files from dropbox backup without deleting them from my computer?

I allowed all my computer files to be backed up to dropbox. How can I remove these essential files from dropbox without removing them from my computer? I did stop the backup, but not before the progr...
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  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    5 years ago
    You can check if the backup feature has been disabled from the app using these steps.

    Try moving out other files from the My PC folder to where they should be located on your machine, and keep me updated.
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Jay
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5 years ago
You can check if the backup feature has been disabled from the app using these steps.

Try moving out other files from the My PC folder to where they should be located on your machine, and keep me updated.
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Dixie605
Explorer | Level 4
5 years ago
I did disable the backup feature following those steps. I successfully removed my files. Everything is fine! Thanks for your help!
  • Jay's avatar
    Jay
    Icon for Dropbox Community Moderator rankDropbox Community Moderator
    5 years ago
    Glad to hear it, Dixie605, enjoy your week!

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