How to Add/Backup Files and Folders to Dropbox

Using dropbox.com

  1. Log in to dropbox.com.
  2. Click Upload under the search bar at the top.
  3. Click Files or Folder:
    • If you choose Files, select as many files as you like and click Open.
    • If you choose Folder, select a folder and click Upload.

Using the Dropbox desktop app

  1. Open the Dropbox folder in File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac).
  2. Locate the files or folders you’d like to add, then drag and drop (or copy and paste) them into the open Dropbox folder.

Notes:

  • You can also save new or existing files directly into the Dropbox folder.
  • Files in the Dropbox folder on your computer will automatically sync everywhere you access your files in Dropbox, including dropbox.com and the Dropbox mobile app.

 

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