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richardmonk's avatar
richardmonk
New member | Level 2
7 years ago

Why are some of my Dropbox files not showing in File Explorer (Windows)?

I can view and access files via my phone and via dropbox online, but some files are not visible in Windows Explorer (Win 10). The strange thing is that the files are actually there; If I open excel...
  • Elixir's avatar
    Elixir
    7 years ago

    Is it possible that the files are hidden in your system? Can you please turn on the Windows explorer settings to show hidden files? 

    In order to do that go Windows Explorer >> View >> Options >> Change folder and search options. 

     

    In the next window, Click View > and toggle the button to show hidden files: 

    Is the files visible now in Windows Explorer?

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