Frequently asked questions about using Cloud Sync to sync the top-level folder on Dropbox Team Space

Frequently asked questions about using Cloud Sync to sync the top-level folder on Dropbox Team Space

Dropbox Team Space sync changes

Following Dropbox's API updates for team spaces in January 2024, the syncing methods for the top-level (root) folder of Dropbox Team Space have changed slightly.

This article outlines all possible scenarios that you may face when making changes locally on your Synology NAS, along with visual aids for clarity. Refer to the sections below for common issues and problems that you may encounter based on your role in Dropbox Team Space.

Common issues

How can I tell if Dropbox's update is causing sync issues?

Why is there an extra folder named "Assorted content"?

Can I add files directly to the local folder and sync them with Dropbox?

Issues Dropbox Team Space admins may encounter

Why can't I sync changes made to a local folder?

My role in Dropbox Team Space changed from an admin to a team member. What will happen?

Issues Dropbox Team Space members may encounter

Why can't the change sync after I delete a local folder?

I relocated a folder locally, but it reappeared in its original place. Now I have two identical folders.

Why has the folder I relocated locally disappeared on Dropbox?

I renamed a folder. A new folder with the original folder name appeared on Synology NAS.

Dropbox Team Space sync changes
Common issues
Issues Dropbox Team Space admins may encounter
Issues Dropbox Team Space members may encounter