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How to use my existing Dropbox folder without re-downloading the files after reinstalling Windows?
Hello I have two separate (physically separate) M2 drives, and one is (D drive) only for storing Dropbox folder. Whenever I reinstall Windows for whatever reaso,n I want to be able to use the existing folder and content without downloading it. I don't use Online Only, I use Dropbox as a RAID 1 backup (mirror). Recently, it doesn't even let me choose the existing Dropbox folder on my D drive during the first installation of the client; it says "Dropbox folder already exists, choose a different one." I don't want to download 125GB of data every time I reinstall Windows. Isn't there an easy/logical way to do it? I do not and will not use the online-only option. Thanks in advance.
The install link on the Dropbox site sometimes redirects to the beta version of the desktop app
The virtual links to download dropbox https://www.dropbox.com/download https://www.dropbox.com/download?plat=lnx.x86_64 sometimes (like once in 30 tries) redirect automatically to the latest BETA build instead of the latest STABLE build. No clue why, but watch these for a couple of minutes and you'll probably see build 238.3.5977 appear while true ; do curl -sI "https://www.dropbox.com/download" | grep '^location: https:' ; sleep 1.5 ; done or while true ; do curl -sI "https://www.dropbox.com/download?plat=lnx.x86_64" | grep '^location: https:' ; sleep 1.5 ; done
OpenPGP signature verification failed with Debian Trixie.
Warning: OpenPGP signature verification failed: http://linux.dropbox.com/debian trixie Release: The following signatures were invalid: BADSIG FC918B335044912E Dropbox Automatic Signing Key <linux@dropbox.com> Error: The package repository 'http://linux.dropbox.com/debian trixie Release' is not signed. please add new key to: https://linux.dropboxstatic.com/debian/dists/trixie/Can't choose my Dropbox folder and cannot see the advanced settings after reinstall
Application Affected Dropbox / Windows 11 Device ASUS Vivobook Question or Issue The main issue is that Dropbox/Windows made a serious change and did not inform us. I keep ALL my files on my desktop at all times EXCEPT one "Online" folder. I was managing this fine with per folder sync behavior. The update changed that WITHOUT asking me. So I saw new icons in Windows and realized that a lot of files were missing (only in the could). A random mix. Chaos. I set the preferences back to Offline. Then proceded to the folders but hell broke loose. All folder went into a sync mode and thousands of files were being processed. Tried a reinstall in the hope to re-index. Tried many Clean re-install w fresh installer including 237.4.5655 Offline. Cleared AppData, etc. But I never can choose my existing 300Gig C:\Dropbox folder. I never get to the advanced option. I really need help !
Dropbox installer fails to start – Windows 11 Home build 24H2 build 26100 7296
Dropbox online and offline installer – Device Dell Inspiron 16 5645 Dropbox was working fine until something was corrupted in my windows profile which meant I had to reinstall my windows profile / user account. from scratch. No AV nor defender blocking as tried switching off and having another go. I’ve downloaded the basic installer, the offline installer, older versions etc., and still the installer fails. I’ve unlinked all devices from the web version of dropbox. The an advanced reinstall (tried deleting all dropbox related folders) and whilst there are some residual registry keys that doesn't work. All other programs have reinstalled successfully. Resorting to chatgpt for support hasn't worked (wasn't even going to attempt some of the suggestions for fear of further issues). Grateful for any support! Thanks in advance. Application Affected (Dropbox windows app) Device Device Dell Inspiron 16 5645 Operating System/Browser (if using the web) (Windows 11 home) Dropbox App Version (if using the app) (237 downloaded - tried earlier versions such as 235 as well)
Unable to rename the Dropbox folder to create a new folder.
Application Affected Dropbox Device PC Operating System/Browser (if using the web) Windows 11 For years, I've been using Dropbox on my PC without any problems. But today, something happened: for some unknown reason, the PC client lost authorization and asked me to log in again, as if I were launching it for the first time. That's when the problems started. I ALREADY HAD Dropbox on my PC. Therefore, the Dropbox folder ALREADY EXISTS! And I don't need to create a new folder! I need to put it in the same location, BUT I CAN'T! Errors: [Window Title] Dropbox [Main Instruction] Merge with existing Dropbox folder? [Content] A folder named Dropbox already exists. Do you want to add all the files in this folder to your Dropbox? [ Select another location ] [Merge] *** [Window Title] Dropbox [Main Instruction] A folder or file named Dropbox already exists. [Content] To complete the installation, Dropbox will rename your "Dropbox" folder or file. [ Select another location ] [Rename] *** [Window Title] Dropbox [Main Instruction] Unable to rename the Dropbox folder to create the Dropbox folder. [Content] To complete the installation, Dropbox needs to rename your Dropbox folder or file. Please close any open documents and try again. [Select another location] [Try again] How can I fix this error? I can't delete or rename the old folder. Error: Folder already in use The operation can't be completed because the folder or file is open in another program.
Dropbox desktop app Linux Ubuntu failed to install.
Hi, I just received an email about the new desktop app so I downloaded it and tried to install it but the install fails with an error on libglib2. My system is a new install of Ubuntu Mate 24.04 with version 2.80.0-6ubuntu3.1 of glib2 which is >= 2.40
