How to Sync Dropbox
- George Apostolov
How to Sync Dropbox: step-by-step guide
Click the Dropbox icon in the menu bar (top-right).
Click your profile icon then go to Preferences.
In the Sync tab, look for the Selective sync and click Select folders to customize.
Select which folders you want to see on your computer, then click Update.
Click Confirm to continue.
Set how you want to sync new files to your computer by clicking on your choice.
Quick answer: To sync Dropbox, click the Dropbox icon in the menu bar and open Preferences. Go to the Sync tab, click Select folders under Selective sync, choose the folders you want on your computer, click Update, and click Confirm. Finally, set your preferences for syncing new files.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Customize your Dropbox sync settings by selecting specific folders to keep on your computer and choosing how new files sync. This guide shows how to sync Dropbox in 6 steps, starting with "Click the Dropbox icon in the menu bar (top-right)" and finishing with "Set how you want to sync new files to your computer by clicking on your choice". 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 sync Dropbox?
6 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 Transfer Files from Dropbox to Onedrive, How to Transfer Google Photos to Dropbox and How to Upload a Google Doc to Dropbox. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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