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What happens if I install the new version of the Dropbox desktop application?
The Dropbox Finder integration and issues with Apple's OS X Yosemite: FAQs UPDATE: Apple has released an OS X update to fix the application crashes. Apple has released OS X update 10.10.1 to address the application crashes caused by the finder integration. Solved: suddinly my mac stop syncing os x yosemite 10.10.5 - 318937. This website uses cookies. By browsing this website, you consent to the use of cookies.
The new version of the Dropbox desktop application gives you the option to disable the Finder integration. Disabling this integration means that you won’t be able to get sync status icons next to your files, or access Dropbox menu options by right-clicking on files. The sync status of your files and folders will no longer be reflected in Finder, though as always you’ll be able to see these changes in the Dropbox website after you sign in the Dropbox mobile app.
How do I create shared links without being able to right-click on files on my desktop?
You can create shared links on the Dropbox website.
If I turn off the Finder integration, when will I be able to use Dropbox the way I used to?
We’re in touch with Apple and are working together to resolve this quickly, but don’t yet have a timeline on a fix. We’ll be updating this post, our blog, and Twitter at @dropbox_support with the latest news.
How do I know if I’m affected?
This issue only affects Macs that have OS X 10.10 Yosemite installed and have installed the Dropbox desktop client. This does not affect users running OS X version 10.9.5 or lower. To see which version you're running, follow these steps:
- Click on the Apple in the upper left corner of your screen
- Choose About this Mac
- Look for the Version
This is a user-to-user forum. Apple leadership (decision makers) do not monitor these forums, so no one here can answer the '...anytime soon' question.
Mavericks and Yosemite are ONLY available for re-download if and only if you have previously downloaded them, in which case they should be in your Applications -> App Store -> Purchases tab when signed into the Apple ID you originally used to download them. Otherwise, the App Store will not offer them to you.
Some users have been able to make Genius Bar appointments at their local Apple store, and get them to install older versions of macOS
Paid developers have access to older versions of macOS for product testing, if you want to go that route.
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Depending on what version of macOS you are currently running _AND_ your hardware configuration, it may be possible to download El Capitan for free (see this URL):
<https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206886>
And of course, High Sierra is available for free, if your system supports it.
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