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Unable to Access Files in App after Device Name Update

Unable to Access Files in App after Device Name Update

AkankshaD
Explorer | Level 3

I updated my Device Name to reflect My First and Last Name. Now I am not able to access most of the folders and files through the app. Looks like I may still have access to most through the browser. I need help to restore my access through the app. 

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Jay
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Hi @AkankshaD, thanks for bringing this to our attention.

 

Could you clarify error you're getting, if any, and what behavior you're seeing?

 

Any other info or screenshots would be helpful!


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AkankshaD
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Jay
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Did you change the user folder name on your machine without unlinking the Dropbox desktop application?


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AkankshaD
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Yes I reckon this is what I did. How shall I resolve this? 

Jay
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If that's what you did, could you try these steps to resolve the issue on your device?


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AkankshaD
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Jay, thank you for your help. i followed the steps but the issue continues. I received the same error message as last time. Screen Shot 2023-06-22 at 9.42.06 AM.png

Megan
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Hi @AkankshaD, can you also try to perform an advanced reinstall as mentioned here


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