Windows 10: Uninstalling Dropbox

Discus and support Uninstalling Dropbox in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I have been trying to uninstall Dropbox from my computer ....it stops half way through and then says Dropbox failed to uninstall, the reason I want to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by MaureenMiko, Aug 31, 2020.

  1. Uninstalling Dropbox


    I have been trying to uninstall Dropbox from my computer ....it stops half way through and then says Dropbox failed to uninstall, the reason I want to uninstall....each time I turn on the computer a message comes up ....Program files x86 \Dropbox\client\104.4.175\MSVCP140\dll was not found try reinstalling the program

    :)
     
    MaureenMiko, Aug 31, 2020
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  2. Deleting Dropbox

    Hello Donna,

    As you are issue is concerned to deleting the Dropbox, we will help you with this issue.

    • Do let us know the complete error message/ error code of this issue?
    • Are you referring to Dropbox icon/ application on Windows 10?

    If you are referring to Dropbox app on your device, try the below steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: If the Dropbox is preloaded on your desktop:

    • Click Start.
    • Click Settings.
    • Click System.
    • Click Apps & features.
    • Select Get Dropbox or Dropbox X GB from the application list, where "X" is the amount of space corresponding to your promotion.
    • Click Uninstall.


    Step 2: If the Dropbox is a desktop app follow:


    • Press Windows + X, click on Control Panel.
    • Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.
    • Select Dropboxfrom the list of programs, and click Uninstall.

    Hope it helps. Provide us additional information if you are still facing the issues with deleting the Dropbox program on your device.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Aug 31, 2020
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  3. How do you uninstall chipset drivers?

    I'm installing a new mobo so I need to uninstall the intel 865g drivers to make way for the P35 drivers.

    Can't find any uninstall options in add/remove programs and intel chipset inst listed in driver cleaner.

    Any suggestions? *Confused Uninstalling Dropbox :confused:
     
    oli_ramsay, Aug 31, 2020
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  4. EdTittel Win User

    Uninstalling Dropbox

    Dropbox or Jack in box?

    Have you taken a look at the help file from Dropbox itself: Uninstall Dropbox - Dropbox Help - Dropbox It says if the software came pre-installed on your PC extra removal steps "may" be needed, and explains how to take them. Check it out!
    --Ed--
     
    EdTittel, Aug 31, 2020
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