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Amy
Community Manager
3 months agoCommunity ManagerSo long summer, hello plans
Not to scare anyone, but September is just around the corner, and we all know what that means: it's time to transition from summer fun to school and our regular routines.
Whether you're a student, teacher, parent, or professional, getting organized can be a challenge. That's where Dropbox comes in! Here are some quick tips to help you use Dropbox to make the transition smooth and stress-free.
Organize Your Files
Let’s get those files organized. I know we say this a lot, but it matters - A LOT. And checking in regularly means it never gets out of control. After a summer of photos, projects, and maybe even some work documents, your digital life might be a bit messy. We have a few tips below but if ou want a full plan, you can read this guide on How to organize Dropbox files.
Take less than an hour and you can:
- Create folders for different categories: school subjects, work projects, and personal files.
- Use descriptive names for your files and folders to make searching easier. “Pictures” is too vague to be useful, but “Rafting with the family 2024” is pretty specific and should make searching easier.
- Archive old files: Move last year's files to an "Archive" folder to keep your current workspace clutter-free. Or, you could be really lazy like me, and move it all to a folder called “tidy” and sort that out when you have time.
Sync Across Devices
You’ve heard us say it before but Dropbox allows you to access your files from any device, which is perfect for the busy school year. When you install Dropbox on all your devices: your phone, tablet, and computer, then you can;
- Find all your Dropbox files and folders are right there and ready to use so you can check in easily, without booting up the computer
- Take photos and videos using your built-in camera and save them directly to your Dropbox, which is helpful if you’ve found yourself scribbling on physical paper lately
- Make important files available for offline access— Dropbox will automatically upload any changes once you’re back online
- Share your files with coworkers via links in an email, text messaging, or another app, so everyone is in the loop, even if they’re not at their desk right now.
Collaborate with Classmates and Colleagues
Group projects and team tasks have many moving parts, and the one thing you should not have to worry about, is sharing files, material and access.
Share folders with your project mates
Everyone can upload their work, make edits, and stay updated in real-time. If you need a reminder on sharing, we’ve got you!
Use Dropbox Paper for collaborative notes.
It's a great tool for brainstorming sessions and meeting notes, and we have a bunch of tips to make the most of it here, and you can use the collaborative features, like to-dos and tagging, to keep your project on track!
Scan and Store Important Documents
No more losing track of important papers! I mean, you can still use it as an excuse if you want but we’ve got you covered.
- Digitise files in seconds with the camera on your mobile device. Store your syllabus, permission slips, and important notes digitally
- Scan files directly to your Dropbox account
- Convert existing files to scans
- Save each scan securely in cloud storage.
Getting back to school and real life in September doesn’t have to be a headache. With Dropbox, you can stay organized, productive, and even have a little fun along the way.
Here’s to a successful and stress-free return to reality, and feel free to share your own Dropbox tips and tricks in the comments below. Let's help each other make this September the best one yet!
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