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Video is partially uploaded, and then it stops. Why?
Often when my video is partially uploaded it stops due to poor internet speed, and though the upload might have already been 50% or more compete, which took several hours, when it stops, it starts fr...
Rich
Super User II
Super User II
Prima2339 wrote:
Installing the desktop software WON'T HELP YOU!
It will, actually, as the issue in the original post is referring to an upload to the Dropbox website using a browser; not the Dropbox app on a mobile device.
In the case of the original poster, using the Dropbox app to sync files from the computer to their account online will allow the file to continue from where it left off should the transfer be interrupted, which was what the original post was about.
After recording a video using my phone (important evidence I need!) the large video file (700mb) won't upload to view or play it on my phone.
If you're having a problem uploading files from your mobile device, I'd suggest starting a new topic with the full details of the issue, and someone may be able to assist you.
Thanks for clarifying.
I now understand better that Dropbox does not perform well uploading from a browser OR the mobile app!
My file (5 minute video) finally completed the upload after 6 hours.
If I were grading Dropbox....6 minutes for a 700mb file would be an A+.
6 HOURS!??...That's an "F-"
