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MeggieRae's avatar
MeggieRae
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

Can I delete files from my desktop??

My desktop is maxed out on storage, I couldn't even download and install the DropBox file uploader thingy. But, I was able to upload them through the website.    Can I now delete the file from my...
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Megan's avatar
Megan
Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff
2 years ago

Hi MeggieRae, welcome to our Community! 

 

Just to clarify: do you wish to delete the Dropbox installer from your desktop, or other files you might be having there, that take up space? 

 

In any case, if you're not using our Backup feature, you should be able to delete your content, without any issue, and as for the installer, that wouldn't be a problem either. 

 

If you have any questions, let me know! 

  • MeggieRae's avatar
    MeggieRae
    Explorer | Level 3
    2 years ago

    I have not installed the dropbox thing yet since I don't have any space. I want to delete the files I uploaded to dropbox from my desktop via the dropbox webpage. I dragged and dropped the file to dropbox. I don't have auto backup installed.

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      Megan
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff
      2 years ago

      Got it MeggieRae! 

       

      Then you should be good at deleting any content, especially since they have been uploaded using the website, with no Backup enabled. 

       

      I hope this clarifies! 

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