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cbowen's avatar
cbowen
Helpful | Level 6
5 years ago
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Dropbox stuck on node_modules...

Dropbox is stuck trying to sync node_modules. If I hover over the icon it says indexing node_modules. If I open it up, it says Syncing node_modules. The Sync Queue permanantly says "Checking one file...
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  • cbowen's avatar
    cbowen
    5 years ago

    I did finally find the offending node_modules folder. Once I excluded it from dropbox, it now completes the sync. 

Lusil's avatar
Lusil
Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff
5 years ago
I understand how important this is for you and thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. 

Although there's not much I can offer on this, I'm more than happy to leave this thread open for any other users who may have additional input on this.

In the meantime, if you have any other questions, don't hesitate to give me another nudge. 
cbowen's avatar
cbowen
Helpful | Level 6
5 years ago

I did finally find the offending node_modules folder. Once I excluded it from dropbox, it now completes the sync. 

  • Lusil's avatar
    Lusil
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    5 years ago
    Glad to hear that, cbowen! Awesome work with the troubleshooting. 

    If anything else comes up in the future, you know where to find us. 

    I hope you have a lovely week ahead!

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