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anotherprofile
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1 month ago

What does the "Delete from your Dropbox account and all devices" message mean?

Using the macOS desktop app. I'm deleting files from Dropbox via Finder like I do in non-Dropbox folders. Please explain what it's asking simply, I do not understand and do not want to do ...
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1 month ago

Hey there, anotherprofile​, I'd be happy to answer that! 

The message you're seeing means that if you choose to delete the folder or file, it will delete the content from your local Dropbox folder, and any other connected devices that you have the desktop app and mobile app installed. The content will be removed only from inside the apps.

If you have the folder copied in any other location outside of the Dropbox folder, that copy won't be deleted as it's not syncing to your account.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

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