Dropbox 231.4.5770

If cloud storage were a utility, Dropbox would be the tap you turn and files just flow. You sign in, a familiar folder appears, and minutes later your working life is mirrored across devices. The latest version line keeps that feel: a modern sync engine, sane defaults, and a desktop app that behaves like an ordinary folder—only smarter. You can stage a team rollout with a standalone installer or even the enterprise offline installer, then lock updates after deliveries so everyone ships the same build. For busy weeks, that predictability matters as much as raw speed.

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Key Features

Desktop that feels local. Work from a normal folder while Dropbox handles sync in the background; switch items to online-only when space runs tight and pull them back instantly when needed. (Great for a “keep the full version light” setup.)
Cross-platform, one brain. Same account across Windows, macOS, Linux, web, and mobile; the desktop app mirrors your structure and permissions everywhere.
LAN Sync option. On shared networks, Dropbox can transfer file contents over your LAN to speed up multi-machine syncing (metadata still checks with the cloud).
Enterprise-friendly deployment. Use the offline installer for silent or scripted rollouts (/S or /NOLAUNCH), then manage updates on your cadence. (Useful when you pin a “known good” latest version across bays.)
Version history & recovery. Roll back mistakes or fetch an earlier edit as plan limits allow—handy when a teammate overwrites something before a deadline.

What’s New

Ongoing fixes in the 217/218 line. The 231.4.5770 stable build landed in February 2025 with subsequent 218.x updates later that month; teams often standardize on one build and advance after deliveries.
Windows integration revamp (2025). Dropbox’s sync engine on Windows now uses Microsoft’s cloud files API for tighter OS integration and more reliable online-only behavior on current Windows builds.
Online-only files refresh (2025). Clearer controls for setting items as local vs online-only, aligning desktop, web, and mobile behavior.

Dropbox desktop folder showing online-only and local file badges

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Pro Tips

Choose storage mode on purpose. Keep active project folders local; archive sets online-only to free space without breaking links. You can flip items back to local in two clicks.
Use LAN Sync where it helps. In offices or studios, enabling LAN Sync reduces duplicate internet downloads when many machines need the same assets. Remember: Dropbox still coordinates via the cloud.
Deploy with the offline installer. For labs or air-gapped prep, run the offline installer silently (/S) or choose /NOLAUNCH for imaging workflows; store the package with your checksums and rollout notes.
Pin versions around milestones. Standardize a build across your team during production; update only after reviews ship. Dropbox’s auto-update is great—until it hits a deadline hour.
Mind platform specifics. macOS builds integrate via File Provider (affects where online-only items live); on Windows 10/11 recent builds, the new cloud-files path is the stable way forward.

Comparisons with Similar Tools

2BrightSparks SyncBackPro — powerful backup/sync across drives/servers with granular rules; Dropbox wins when you need always-on cloud presence and simple sharing, SyncBackPro when you need policy-heavy local/server jobs.
TeraCopy Pro — faster, verified local copies with pause/resume and error recovery; use TeraCopy Pro to move terabytes on a NAS, then let Dropbox sync the selected deliverables.
Total Commander — dual-pane file manager with FTP/SFTP and plugins; great for manual curation and server pushes, while Dropbox automates day-to-day cross-device sync.

System Requirements

Windows: Windows 10 (22H2+) or Windows 11 (23H2+). Windows 7/8/8.1 no longer receive updates/support and may cease functioning. Windows Server OS isn’t supported. ARM64 supported.
macOS / Linux: Current supported releases via the standard installers; macOS uses Apple’s File Provider integration.
Network: Broadband internet; optional LAN Sync can speed up local distribution inside your network.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dropbox

1. What’s the difference between online-only and local files?

Online-only items take no disk space; double-click to fetch just-in-time. Local items are fully stored on your drive and sync changes in the background. You can switch either way per file or folder.

2. Can I deploy Dropbox without internet at install time?

Yes—use the offline installer to install first, then sign in later when the machine has connectivity. Silent switches are available for scripted rollouts.

3. Does LAN Sync work completely offline?

No. Dropbox still checks with the cloud for metadata/state. LAN is used to transfer file contents faster once that state is known.

4. Where do I see which desktop versions are current?

Dropbox maintains help pages for updating to the latest version, and the forum announces stable builds (e.g., the 217.x line in 2025).

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