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Trush861's avatar
Trush861
Helpful | Level 5
2 years ago

Can no longer save current or new MS word or excel file on dropbox with android devices.

I can no longer save current or new Ms word or excel files on dropbox, when I try and do so I get "Can't edit - This file is read-only. To edit it, first save a copy of the file". I get this even on ...
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Robert E.13's avatar
Robert E.13
New member | Level 2
6 months ago

I have had tbe same problem which extends to being unable to attach a dropbox file to my android Gmail - unless I "save to device" first. I've asked Dropbox and they've been of no help. I think the problem lies in Microsoft discriminating in favour of Drive, even though my Dropbox account is attached to 365 in settings. Still waiting for a solution to this very irritating problem. Robert

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