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sarah h.13
8 years agoExplorer | Level 4
"This file can't be previewed" Error Message
This morning I started receiving the error message "This file can't be previewed" when I try to view pictures saved in my dropbox account. These are all uploaded by me and span a couple years worth o...
- 8 years ago
This article - https://help.dropbox.com/files-folders/file-types-that-preview- solved my "the file can't be previewed" problem.
Specifically, this:
To preview files on Dropbox using Chrome, make sure that Chrome is not set to Block third-party cookies and site data. You can adjust this setting on Chrome's Content settings page under Cookies.
No problem now viewing on Chrome or Firefox via PC or Mac.
Phew.
L555
New member | Level 2
This is happening to me also. I am not able to view small jpegs. I have tired different forums and emails to the Helpdesk. It's very frustrating!
TheMousetress
8 years agoNew member | Level 2
I'm in the same boat here as well. I cannot see any of my pics -- I've had them for years. In order to see them, I have to download them to view. I'm unable to view them on my phone as well. It's so frustrating.
- Mark D.218 years agoNew member | Level 2
I am having a similar problem. I am able to view images just fine but I cannot preview any .mov file. Similar to other users this is a new problem.
- Mark D.218 years agoNew member | Level 2
Not sure if it is related but I am also noticing the comments section has a permanently swirling icon and the comments section seems disabled.
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