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a35082348ip2340ark
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10 months ago
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How can I sync files outside of Dropbox folder to Dropbox?

Hi, I have a large number of files in D:\Code folder. I want to sync these files to Dropbox.  I don't want to create a duplicate of D:\Code in C:\3094098\Dropbox and try to keep them synced. Th...
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  • Walter's avatar
    Walter
    10 months ago

    Hey a35082348ip2340ark - thanks for using Dropbox and welcome to the Community!

    I'm afraid it's not possible to sync files outside of your Dropbox folder, using the Dropbox desktop app in a supported way at least. 

    You could try uploading it through the website instead and/or consider using the selective sync feature or the option to have them as online-only. 

    Let me know if you have any other questions. 

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Walter
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10 months ago

Hey a35082348ip2340ark - thanks for using Dropbox and welcome to the Community!

I'm afraid it's not possible to sync files outside of your Dropbox folder, using the Dropbox desktop app in a supported way at least. 

You could try uploading it through the website instead and/or consider using the selective sync feature or the option to have them as online-only. 

Let me know if you have any other questions. 

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