You have Dropbox conflicted copies because you edited on two devices at once
You edited the same file on two devices before sync completed. Open both versions to find your latest work, delete the conflicted copy, and wait for sync next time before editing elsewhere.
This happens when you edit the same file on two computers at the same time. Dropbox can't decide which version is right, so it saves both. You pick the one with your best work, delete the duplicate, and next time wait for 'All synced' before editing on another device.
- ✓Identify the original file and conflicted copy in the same folder
- ✓Check the modified date and time to determine which version is most recent
- ✓Open both files to see which one contains the correct or latest content
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Deleting the version with correct content instead of the conflicted copy
- Not checking both files' content before deciding which to delete
- Assuming conflicted copy is always wrong. It can actually have newer edits
- Continuing to edit on multiple devices without waiting for sync
- Not consolidating changes when both versions have important content
Signs you need professional help
- If conflicted copies keep appearing despite stopping simultaneous edits, or if you deleted the wrong file and need to recover, or if sync never completes leaving conflicted copy perpetually present, get in touch and we'll help you sort it out.
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