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colonialchurch
Explorer | Level 3
4 years ago

Dropbox Not Connecting With Files on iPadOS

I recently switched to an iPad for work but when using Dropbox accessed through the iPadOS Files app, I frequently (multiple times a day now) have to sit and wait for up to 15 minutes or so before Dr...
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3x3x3
Explorer | Level 3
4 years ago

I’ve had an issue with Dropbox on my iPad for as long as I’ve used both. I’m currently running 16.1.1.

The issue is when selecting Dropbox from the sidebar to attach or open a file from another app, it does not connect. It will work briefly after a restart.

Anyone else have this issue or a solution?

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Megan
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4 years ago

Hi 3x3x3, how are you today?

 

Can you walk me through the steps you follow on your end when this happens? Also, which Dropbox version are you using on your iPad? 

 

Also, is this screenshot from your iPad's Files app?

 

Keep me posted!

  • 3x3x3's avatar
    3x3x3
    Explorer | Level 3
    4 years ago

    Hi Megan - this particular screenshot is from Mail. However this occurs routinely with other apps as well, notably Safari. 

     

    Dropbox has been added to the sidebar; in Mail the process is simply selecting the 'add file' button. In Safari on various sites when prompted to upload an image a similar file selection window opens. 

     

    Selecting the Dropbox icon in the sidebar does not connect to Dropbox. I have removed/re-added the service but that does not solve the issue. Restarting the iPad solves the issue temporarily. 

     

    Dropbox version is whatever is current from software update. 

    • Jay's avatar
      Jay
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      4 years ago

      Hi 3x3x3, does your Dropbox mobile app have a passcode enabled on it for security purposes?

      • 3x3x3's avatar
        3x3x3
        Explorer | Level 3
        4 years ago
        It does not. I’ve also tried making specific files available offline, but the problem persists.

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