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Re: Duplicate photos in the photos directory. How to remove them?

Duplicate photos in the photos directory. How to remove them?

Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3

You are missing the point Jay.
The photos folder cannot be downloaded to a device.
These are thousands of duplicates in the photos folder on the web directory..
Why cannot a script be written to search for duplicate photos and files from the access on the web and delete them from there.....
Peter
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Megan
Dropbox Staff

Hi @Peter F.58, thanks for posting here! 

 

I'm not entirely sure we're on the same page here. Let's jump right into this.

 

I understand that you're facing a problem with some duplicated files. However, you mentioned my colleague @Jay, and I couldn't find a relevant, previous conversation from your current Community profile.

 

If you could give me some context, I'd love for us to investigate further. 

 

Keep me posted! 


Megan
Community Moderator @ Dropbox
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Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3
It was a post from 2018 just found his reply while searching.
Is there a solution to delete thousands of duplicate photos in you photos directory on the web... not on your device

Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3
I just searched for a solution to delete duplicates and came across his reply as a support

Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3
I found the post of Jay where can I send a screen shot of it

Megan
Dropbox Staff

We don't have a specific feature that would automatically detect any duplicates and remove them unless you do it manually @Peter F.58.

 

Your feedback regarding this has been very valuable and I will endeavor to make sure your voice is heard.

 

I will pass on your comments to the relevant departments so that we can further improve our product! 


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