how to sync dropbox

How to use selective sync to save space on your hard drive

1. If you haven't already, install the Dropbox app for your computer.
2. Click the Dropbox icon from the taskbar (Windows) or menu bar (Mac).
3. Click your avatar (profile picture or initials).
4. Select Preferences.
5. Click Sync.

1. Why are my Dropbox files not syncing?
2. How do I know if my Dropbox is syncing?
3. How do I sync my Dropbox to my phone?
4. How do I use Dropbox Smart Sync?
5. How do I resync Dropbox to my desktop?
6. Does Dropbox automatically sync?
7. How long does Dropbox sync take?
8. How do I fix Dropbox sync issues?
9. Why is my Dropbox syncing so slowly?
10. How do I relink a Dropbox folder?
11. How do I automatically backup to Dropbox?
12. Can't find smart sync Dropbox?

Why are my Dropbox files not syncing?

Another cause of issues on Dropbox for Android is app compatibility. If an app doesn't support Dropbox, it will not sync automatically. You will have to replace the file manually to access it elsewhere. In order to conserve battery life, Dropbox will limit background activity when your device's power is low.

How do I know if my Dropbox is syncing?

To access Sync Queue, click the Dropbox icon in the taskbar (Windows) or menu bar (Mac), then click the arrow at the bottom of the window. From here you can view the sync status of individual files, view the estimated time until completion, and prioritize which files to sync first.

How do I sync my Dropbox to my phone?

Android

1. Open the Dropbox app.
2. Tap the menu icon.
3. Tap the gear icon.
4. Tap Connect a Computer.
5. The app will ask if you're near the computer—if you are, tap Yes.
6. Open a web browser on your computer, and navigate to dropbox.com/connect. ...
7. Use the Dropbox mobile app to scan this QR code. ...
8. Install the app.

How do I use Dropbox Smart Sync?

How do I sync online-only content to my computer?

1. Open the Dropbox folder on your computer. Click the Dropbox icon from the system tray. Click the folder icon. Choose Open folder.
2. Locate the content that you want to make online-only.
3. Right-click the file or folder.
4. Choose Smart sync.
5. Choose Local.

How do I resync Dropbox to my desktop?

Install the Dropbox app on all computers, phones, and tablets you want to sync with. Sign in to the same Dropbox account on each computer, phone, and tablet. Add files into your Dropbox folder. As long as a file is in your Dropbox folder, it syncs to all your connected computers, phones, and tablets.

Does Dropbox automatically sync?

With the desktop app, locally synchronized folders and files are available even when you're away from an internet connection. Once you get back online, Dropbox will automatically synchronize your folders and files with all the latest changes.

How long does Dropbox sync take?

In most cases, a small text file can be processed in a matter of seconds, but it might take up to 10 or 15 minutes on a bad day. It's with the large files that the underlying factors really come into play.

How do I fix Dropbox sync issues?

If sync isn't working and your file name includes one of these characters, the easiest solution is to rename the original file without these characters. To prevent sync problems in the future, try to avoid naming your files with these characters as Dropbox can't sync them on some platforms.

Why is my Dropbox syncing so slowly?

Dropbox is smart about using bandwidth. By default, the app will only use as much bandwidth as it can without interfering with your normal internet usage. Dropbox automatically throttles uploads to prevent any noticeable slowdown in browsing. ... However, you can manually customize these bandwidth-usage settings.

How do I relink a Dropbox folder?

Click the dropdown beside Dropbox location. Open the Applications list. Click the Applications dropdown, and select your hard drive. Open the Users folder.
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How to move your Dropbox folder

1. Open your Dropbox desktop app preferences.
2. Click the Sync tab.
3. Click Move… ...
4. Select the new location for your Dropbox folder.

How do I automatically backup to Dropbox?

To set up computer backup:

1. Open your Dropbox desktop app preferences.
2. Click the Backups tab.
3. Click Set up. Note: If you're on a Dropbox Business team and you don't see this option, your admin may have chosen not to allow you to enable it.
4. Check the folders you'd like to back up. ...
5. Click Set up and follow the steps.

Can't find smart sync Dropbox?

What should I do if Smart Sync is experiencing an issue?

1. If you use antivirus or security software, add Dropbox to the list of trusted applications (or "whitelist") in that software.
2. Quit the Dropbox application on your computer, then reopen the application.
3. Restart your computer.