The following actions could result in conflicting modified dates: Why is the modified date of my folder different across devices? Note: A file’s modified date will not be preserved if the file is uploaded or downloaded using or a mobile device. To preserve the modified date of a file, upload or download the file using the Dropbox desktop app. Will Dropbox preserve the modified date of a file or folder if I upload or download it to my account? Note: A file’s modified date will not change if you change the online-only/available offline status of the file.

If you manually change a file’s modified date on the Dropbox desktop app without editing the file’s content, the file’s modified date on that device will change to the time you set but won’t sync with other devices.

If you download a file from to a device, the file’s modified date on that device will change to the time it was downloaded but won’t sync with other devices.

In some cases, like the ones listed below, a file’s modified date will change only on the device it’s edited on and won’t be synced to other devices.

What changes the modified date of a file?Ī file’s modified date will update on all devices and if you edit the file in your Dropbox account or another user edits the file in a shared folder. Tap the menu button at the top left (marked by three horizontal lines).The modified date appears under the filename.Note: The Dropbox mobile app displays the modified dates of files but not of folders. Right-click on the file or folder and select Properties for Windows or Get Info for Mac.Open the Dropbox folder in File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac).Note: There’s also a Modified column for files (not folders). If you need to expand the right rail, click the left-facing arrow. The most recent modified date and time will be in the Info pane in the right sidebar next to Modified.

Hover over the file or folder and click the checkbox.How do I view the modified date of a file or folder? If you’re having trouble with the modified dates of your files or folders, check out these frequently-asked questions. The modified date of a file or folder represents the last time that file or folder was updated.

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