This keeps your files in the cloud, showing only a placeholder on your computer to save disk space. Platform-Specific Considerations Windows Users
On Windows, Dropbox integrates directly with File Explorer. You will see a Dropbox icon in your system tray (bottom right corner) which provides quick access to sync status, notifications, and settings. macOS Users install the dropbox desktop app
Files saved to your Dropbox folder are automatically backed up to the cloud. This keeps your files in the cloud, showing
Click the Dropbox icon → (or Settings ) to: consider these power-user tips:
To get the most out of the app after installation, consider these power-user tips: