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T-squared
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago
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Annoying ! symbol in the desktop app on Mac

On the desktop Dropbox icon situated on the toolbar (Mac OS 14.3) a red symbol with a white exclamation mark has appeared along with the icon and I’ve no idea what it means.  I’ve looked through my f...
desktop
Mac
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  • Hannah's avatar
    Hannah
    2 years ago

    Thanks for the screenshot, T-squared!

     

    I can see a "not now" option in the yellow notification there; can you click it and let us know if it helps?

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Hannah
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2 years ago

Hey T-squared, would you mind clicking on the Dropbox icon once again and then sending me a screenshot of the window that pops up?

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T-squared
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

Hi Hannah,

Here's a screen shot.  Hope it's of use to you.

Rergards,

TonyT

  • Hannah's avatar
    Hannah
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    2 years ago

    Thanks for the screenshot, T-squared!

     

    I can see a "not now" option in the yellow notification there; can you click it and let us know if it helps?

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    T-squared
    Explorer | Level 3
    2 years ago

    Hi Hannah,

    Yes that cured the issue.

    Went through the actions as you suggested.

    Many thanks!!

    Best Regards

    TonyT (aka T-squared)

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