How to Create Shared Dropbox Folder
- George Apostolov
How to Create Shared Dropbox Folder: step-by-step guide
Go to Dropbox on the web or app.
Select + Create.
Click Folder and choose Shared folder.
Enter the name of the folder and select Create.
Enter the email addresses of the people you want to invite.
Choose Can edit or Can view for each person.
Click Share folder to share it.
Quick answer: To create a shared folder in Dropbox, go to the web or app, select Create, choose Folder and Shared folder, and enter a name. Then, add invitees' email addresses, set permissions to edit or view, and click Share folder.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Collaborate easily by setting up a shared folder in Dropbox. Name your folder, invite people by email, and choose their access permissions. This guide shows how to create Shared Dropbox Folder in 7 steps, starting with "Go to Dropbox on the web or app" and finishing with "Click Share folder to share it". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Dropbox interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create Shared Dropbox Folder?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Dropbox data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Dropbox. Related guides: How to Create Video Link in Dropbox, How to Delete a File in Dropbox and How to Delete a Folder in Dropbox. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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