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I'm out of space. However, the content isn't mine - it is shared.
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Dropbox indicates I'm out of space, but that's only true if you count t...
Megan
Dropbox Community Moderator
Dropbox Community ModeratorHi there, rmhines, let's jump right into this!
If you have edit access to the folder, it'd need to take up space in your account as well, so that you can edit it.
Keep in mind that if you no longer need the folder or its content, you can remove your own access by following the steps here.
Otherwise, you can always access a folder without affecting your own space. You'd have to ask the owner to send you a "view-only" link instead.
And lastly, if you need to upload files to someone else's account, they can also send you a file request, which won't affect your space either. In any case I'll forward your feedback to the appropriate areas so we can continue to improve.
I hope this helps!
