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AatifZafar
New member | Level 1
2 years ago

Quicker and effortless way of uploading large data

I got raw video data about 5 TB (mostly large video files 1+ GB) saved in two external drives. I started uploading data in my account but it's taking long (which is expected). Currently uploading files individually (one by one or if smaller size then in group of 4-5) and drag to the dashboard of folder where I want to upload that. And keeping record of what's been uploaded on a separate word file.

I am wondering if there is any quicker way to upload or any tips? Thanks!

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  • Walter's avatar
    Walter
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    2 years ago

    Hey AatifZafar - thanks for using Dropbox and welcome to our Community!

    I'm not sure if this would do the trick for you, but you could place all the files you'd like to upload in a single folder and then organize them as you wish after they've been fully uploaded to your Dropbox account.

    Let us know if you have any other questions! 

  • Rich's avatar
    Rich
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    2 years ago
    AatifZafar wrote:

    am wondering if there is any quicker way to upload or any tips?

    If you're comfortable working with a command line/terminal, you could use dbxcli. Just know that it's unofficial and unsupported.

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