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Christopher L.5's avatar
Christopher L.5
New member | Level 1
10 years ago

"This file is locked for editing" Why can I not open my own file in my own dropbox?

Several files that were created by me and stored within my dropbox now come up with the message "This file is locked for editing" followed by name of file, followed by "You can open the file as read-...
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  • Rick_M's avatar
    Rick_M
    9 years ago

    Based on your evidence you should submit a ticket at  www.dropbox.com/support

    Meanwhile you could try an older version of DB if you are now running 3.20.1

     

     

     

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John H.103's avatar
John H.103
New member | Level 1
9 years ago

I have two computers, a Lenovo Laptop (windows) and an IMac. I can update files only on the Lenovo. When I try to use the IMac I always get the "This file is locked for editing" message and can only use the "read only" option. 

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