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MagpieCat's avatar
MagpieCat
Explorer | Level 4
6 years ago

How do I change the folder I upload files to on my Android device?

I have a number of subfolders in my Dropbox. When I upload files from my Android phone, they always go to a particular folder. I'd like to change which folder they go to. Please note: I'm not aski...
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  • Daphne's avatar
    Daphne
    6 years ago
    Hey there MagpieCat,
     
    So you should be able to navigate your Dropbox folder structure when choosing to upload files into your account. When you are choosing a location to upload within Dropbox, you should see the current folder path outlined towards the top of the screen. For example:
     
    Dropbox > Files > Docs upload
     
    Are you able to tap the folder path to navigate to the level above? If not, can you provide a screenshot (excluding any personal info) of the screen you see when uploading files. 
     
    An easy alternative would be to open the Dropbox app, choose the correct folder and then choose to upload a new file into that location directly.
     
    Let me know what happens - Thanks!
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Dave-Eaux
New member | Level 2

I don't mean to be rude, or anything thus, but uploading from the Dropbox app is an obvious.

The issue here is when you're trying to upload files minus the hassle of having to navigate to those particular files from within the Dropbox app. As we know, file explorers differ from one app to another. Each app scrambles files in its own way; so if I have a folder with 500 images in it, attempting to navigate to the images I'm looking to upload because somewhat of a Mission Impossible when the file explorer menu of the app I'm using rearranges files in its own way.

So the solution to change the default puload folder would make more sense here.

Daphne's avatar
Daphne
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5 years ago

Hey Dave-Eaux, thanks for joining the discussion here!

When you're choosing to add files from your device to Dropbox, you should have the option to choose the folder you want to upload to.

If there is a suggested (or previously selected) folder already opened, you should be able to swipe right to take you back up a folder level so that you can choose another location.

If you're still having issues with this, then please let me know where you're trying to upload files from and what options you see when trying to choose a save location.

Keep me posted!

  • Dave-Eaux's avatar
    Dave-Eaux
    New member | Level 2
    5 years ago

    Thanks, Daphne. This did the trick.

    • Daphne's avatar
      Daphne
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      5 years ago

      I'm glad to hear that Dave-Eaux!

      I'm just a post away if you need anything else, feel free to just give me a nudge here. :grin:

      Hope you have a great start to your week! 

    • Zmetman62's avatar
      Zmetman62
      New member | Level 2
      5 years ago
      I was having the same problem for a long time, I'm a long time android user, and it never occurred to me to swipe right. 😂. It's a duh moment.
  • thistle's avatar
    thistle
    New member | Level 2
    5 years ago
    Thanks, by following your 'swipe eight's, that on my Android usually corresponds to 'go back's, I can navigate through the Dropbox folder.

    However, I think this mode of interaction should be prized as the worst choice ever made in UI.

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