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simpleaddress4390
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9 months ago
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Delay sync/check for deletion

Allow the user to specify a delay for Dropbox to identify a file for syncing, and check if the file has been deleted during the sync. Some applications create temporary files/folders beyond the cont...
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  • Walter's avatar
    Walter
    9 months ago

    Thanks for the clarification and the additional information as well simpleaddress4390 

    We've passed your feedback on to the team and you can let us know if you have anything else to add.

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Nancy
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9 months ago

Thanks for your idea, simpleaddress4390!

In this case, pausing the Dropbox app’s syncing may work for you. 

Can you please check out this Help Center article and let me know, if it helps?

Keep me updated.

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