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mcrpanda's avatar
mcrpanda
Explorer | Level 3
6 years ago

How can I get the Paper desktop app?

Hi, I found this setting under Settings- Connected apps, but where can I get the Paper desktop app?

Thanks in advance!

  • Its currently in close beta. 

    If you are part of the beta you will be able to install it via a pop up on screen when you go to http://paper.dropbox.com

  • Mark's avatar
    Mark
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II

    Its currently in close beta. 

    If you are part of the beta you will be able to install it via a pop up on screen when you go to http://paper.dropbox.com

    • juntboy's avatar
      juntboy
      New member | Level 2

      I had the option to download but it dissapeared after clicking on the button.

      • Daphne's avatar
        Daphne
        Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff
        Hey there juntboy
         
        I’d recommend submitting a ticket with our team for assistance since this feature is currently in beta. If you prefer I can reach out to the email address associated with your Community profile, or if you’ve already submitted a ticket then please feel free to let me know the reference number (eg. #1234567) and I can follow up there with you.
         
        Let me know - Thanks! 
    • HammerOz's avatar
      HammerOz
      Explorer | Level 4

      You can also create a shortcut in Chrome or Brave. Click the right dot menu, more tools, create shortcut, open as window. This will open paper as an app and you can more the app to your applications folder or desktop or dock on mac. 

    • jaloyuro's avatar
      jaloyuro
      New member | Level 2

      hi.. i do not see any popup at all when i go into this website

      • Daphne's avatar
        Daphne
        Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

        Hey jaloyuro,

        I'm not sure exactly what you're referring to there, can you please provide me a little more detail? Such as where you are located on the website where you expect a popup.

        Any relevant screenshots are always appreciated - Thanks!

  • anvdasa's avatar
    anvdasa
    New member | Level 2

    Hello @daphne can i get access to closed beta program of Dropbox Paper Desktop app?

    • Jane's avatar
      Jane
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff
      Hey anvdasa, kindly note that Daphne has now left the office for the day, however I moved your post under this thread, as it’s my understanding that you were pinging her back regarding this discussion; please correct me if I’m wrong. 
       
      We're glad to hear you are interested in our new project! Our team is currently in the process of experimenting with new features in order to build the best Paper experience for all our users. That said, let me briefly confirm what has already been mentioned above, as the Paper Desktop application is currently in a closed testing period & you'll definitely hear more about it once we open up the testing.
       
      In the meantime, thanks for using Dropbox Paper & taking the time to drop us a line on the Dropbox Community!
      • anvdasa's avatar
        anvdasa
        New member | Level 2

        Thanks @jane for getting back. Oh, No Problem.

        Can you add me in the list of for beta testing? I would love try out and give feedback about it.

  • davidserati's avatar
    davidserati
    New member | Level 2

    Hello, I would like to be part of the beta in order to test the desktop app of Paper.

    How can I do to have this possibility? 

    Best,

    David

    • Lusil's avatar
      Lusil
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

      Hi there davidserati,

      I've moved your post to this thread as other users are also requesting this feature.

      Currently, our team is experimenting with new features to provide users the best experience on this. We'll make sure to let you know as soon as there's an update. 

      Thank you for voicing your interest in this feature and don't hesitate to give us a nudge if you have any other questions! :grinning:

  • CarlyStan's avatar
    CarlyStan
    Helpful | Level 5

    I've seen the previous posts about the Dropbox Paper desktop app in a closed beta.  As an avid user of Paper, I'm curious: is there an expected release date or open beta period for the app?

    • Walter's avatar
      Walter
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

      Hey there CarlyStan - thanks for contributing to our Community and showing your interest in the Dropbox Paper desktop app.

      I don't have any information to disclose at the moment but I'll make sure to circle back here with an update once I have something concrete to share. 

      Thanks for using Paper and have a lovely day!

      PS: I moved your post under the relevant thread so as to keep all the feedback we get about the Paper desktop app under one place. 

  • dronecrasher's avatar
    dronecrasher
    Helpful | Level 5

    Hi, how can I sign up for the dropbox paper beta desktop app for mac? or testflight for iOS? 

    Thanks,
    Steven

  • grant 's avatar
    grant
    Helpful | Level 6

    I use the same Dropbox account on two different macs, but only one has the paper app, the other computer opens the .paper files in a web browser.

    How can it get the paper app on both machines?

  • bilalh's avatar
    bilalh
    Explorer | Level 3

    Please release Paper Mac desktop app or share it with business profiles... we have more than 40 users on dropbox, depend highly on paper, and would love to have it as a standalone desktop app rather than having to open a browser each time! 

     

    appreciate it!

  • trungnghiatn's avatar
    trungnghiatn
    Helpful | Level 5

    Hi.

    How could you join the beta? Is it fine if you share the beta software to me, please?

    Thanks.

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