No option to rename photos

[Seetharaman G.]

There is no renaming option in the drop-down on the top right corner when I select a photo on the timeline or even when I click on the thumbnail and open it. The only way I can rename a photo is by clicking on 'show in folder' in the drop-down, and then doing it there. This is very basic so its absence is annoying. Any suggestions? 

[Rich · Accepted solution]

You can only rename files in the Files view. You cannot do it from the Timeline.

[dbuser]

Yes, such a basic feature lacking from Photos mode in the browser.

The iOS app (and maybe Android also?) Photos mode does allow you Rename from Photos mode. So that's one possible workaround.

[cmf1]

I am replying to your previous solution because I cannot find the answer to my question anywhere, nor has Dropbox Support been able to help me.

I need to rename a video file. I have clicked on the ... next to the file, but there is no option to Rename there. I'm at a dead end and hope you can help.

Thank you so much.

[Walter]

Hi @cmf1; I'm sorry for the late response.

I was wondering if you're still having issues with this in which case a screenshot of the options you get would be very helpful so please send us one so we can have a visual too.

Thanks a bunch!