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tildenld
New member | Level 2
6 months ago

Sharing with non-members asks them to download the Dropbox app.

I follow the instructions about sharing files with non Dropbox users, but when they receive the files, they are asked to download DropBox app. Please advise.

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    Mark
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    6 months ago

    As long as you havent shared with editing rights tell them to tap the X at the top right of the screen, or, escape. 

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