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Should I migrate the Dropbox folder on my Carbon Copy Cloner backup disc or not?
My old laptop was stolen. I've been accessing all my files on a loaner computer via Dropbox with no issues. The new computer has finally arrived. I have a Carbon Copy Cloner backup disc and was going...
Megan
Dropbox Staff
Dropbox StaffHi keg1, happy Tuesday!
Just to make sure we're on the same page here: your options are to either backup your Dropbox folder and migrate it to the new device, or use the website? Or do you wish to simply copy over the folder using Carbon Copy Cloner backup?
You mentioned that you would just sign in to the new device the way you've been doing on the loaner device, however you later on mention that you're also using the app there, am I right on this?
If you end up not using the app on your device, then you will essentially lose all the functionalities that come along with our desktop app.
As for your files, and folders you can always choose how you want them to sync on the new device too, and if they'll be syncing locally or not.
I hope this clarifies.
Thanks, Megan, that helps to clarify some things.
The Dropbox folder I have on my CCC backup disk is now about 3 weeks out of date. I am using the Dropbox desktop app on the loaner computer.
It looks like I can download the desktop app on the new computer, and then select folders to sync locally (https://help.dropbox.com/sync/selective-sync-overview) - which is what I want. It seems like either method will work, but the one described here might be cleaner as it would be the most up-to-date version of all my files and folders.
Thanks for helping me sort that out!
