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madebyporter
Explorer | Level 4
7 months ago

Should I opt out of File Provider?

Device Macbook Pro M1 2021 64gb RAM Operating System/Browser (if using the web) macOS 15.3.2 Dropbox App Version (if using the app) 229.3.5074 Dropbox Plan Plus So I'm thinking about opting ...
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Walter
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7 months ago

Yes, I noticed your Dropbox folder's location madebyporter - I was merely asking to check if you're able to see any syncing icons on your files anywhere on your computer. Could you have a look and let us know? 

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madebyporter
Explorer | Level 4
7 months ago

Not in the current dropbox location, but there's icons in the old "File Provider" dropbox location. Does that mean I would need to move those files out the old File Provider location for this to work properly?

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