How to install and use Dropbox

Description: How to use Dropbox to have a convenient copy of your files wherever you go.

  1. Go to http://www.dropbox.com and select the blue download button.
    Dropbox Website
  2. When the installer completes its download, select Run. The installer will appear on the screen. Select Install.
    Run Dropbox Setup
  3. If you do not already have a Dropbox account, select Next and create one, if you do, select the I already have an account option and press Next.
    Account Selection
  4. Select the amount of space desired. 2GB is provided free of charge. Then select Next.
    Account capacity selection
  5. Select Finish.
    Finish Installation
  6. It is optional to go through the tutorial, once it is completed, the Dropbox folder will be open. To return later, Click the Start Button then select Computer, Dropbox is in the Favorites on the left side.
    Dropbox in Windows File Explorer
  7. All files put in the Dropbox folder will appear on other computers logged into the same account in Dropbox. To install on other machines, follow this tutorial again on the desired machine, and log into the created Dropbox account to sync all files.

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