Here’s something I had to do recently. I have a Dropbox storage account to store some of my valuable content of information. Stuff that if I lose, will really hurt so I automatically back them up to my Dropbox account for safe keeping.
I have accumulated so much stuff that it literary takes hours to sync my data with every new computer I add to my account. Huge amount of content. Content from my home desktop, work computer and personal laptop are all synced online automatically.
All of these different machines upload and download stuff automatically from my account.
Recently, my laptop which has 128GB SSD hard drive began warning me that I was running out of storage space. What? I look around that found that my Dropbox folder was the main culprit. It accounted for fifty percent of the used storage.
Although I could selectively choose folder I wish to sync on my laptop which will limit the amount of folders that get downloaded, I decided to just add an external drive to the laptop and move the Dropbox folder from my main hard drive unto the external disk.
Doing so restored my drive space and allowed my to use my laptop hard disk for other important applications and services.
If you find yourself in similar situation, use this guide to help you move your Dropbox folder to another location other than you main hard drive. To do it, right-click on Dropbox’s icon at the bottom right of your desktop and select ‘Tools –> Preferences’
When it opens, select ‘Advanced’ and notice the current location of Dropbox folder. To move it, click ‘Move’
Select the new location and when prompted, click OK to begin moving your folders to the new location.
When the process is complete, all you Dropbox content should now be at the new location. That’s it.
Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I move my Dropbox folder to an external drive on Windows?
To move your Dropbox folder to an external drive on Windows, right-click on the Dropbox icon, select 'Tools' > 'Preferences', go to 'Advanced', click 'Move', choose the new location, and confirm to start moving the folders.
What should I do if my Dropbox folder is taking up too much space on my laptop?
If your Dropbox folder is consuming a lot of space on your laptop, consider moving it to an external drive to free up storage on your main hard drive.
Can I selectively sync folders in Dropbox to save space on my laptop?
Yes, you can choose specific folders to sync in Dropbox to limit the amount of data downloaded to your laptop and conserve storage space.
How can I manage Dropbox storage across multiple devices efficiently?
To manage Dropbox storage across multiple devices effectively, consider moving the Dropbox folder to an external drive on devices with limited storage capacity.
What are the benefits of moving the Dropbox folder to an external drive?
Moving the Dropbox folder to an external drive helps free up storage space on your main hard drive, allowing you to use it for other important applications and services.
Is it possible to change the location of the Dropbox folder on Windows?
Yes, you can change the location of the Dropbox folder on Windows by following the steps to move it to a new location of your choice, such as an external drive.
How do I initiate the process of moving my Dropbox folders to a different location?
To start moving your Dropbox folders to a new location, right-click on the Dropbox icon, select 'Tools' > 'Preferences', go to 'Advanced', click 'Move', choose the new location, and confirm the action.
What steps should I follow to relocate my Dropbox folder on my Windows laptop?
To relocate your Dropbox folder on your Windows laptop, access Dropbox preferences, navigate to the 'Advanced' tab, click 'Move', select the new location on the external drive, and proceed with the relocation process.