The well-known cloud file sharing company, Dropbox, has announced a new Chrome extension. Dropbox for Gmail extension allows Gmail users to include files from their Dropbox account. You will be able to easily share links to Dropbox files in email. It is a great time saver for Chrome users using Gmail and Dropbox. Though the extension is in beta, it runs seamlessly.
Highlights of Dropbox for Gmail extension:
- Send and preview Dropbox files from Gmail
- Sharing and reviewing files becomes easy
- Share large files seamlessly
- Save space inside your inbox
- See previews of Dropbox links in emails
- Use links to download files or add to Dropbox
- Works conveniently
- Easy to use and friendly interface
How Dropbox for Gmail works:
This chrome extension adds a Dropbox button to compose a new email screen. It works excellently with all operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac OS X, and Chrome OS.
Step 1:
The first step is to install Dropbox for Gmail extension from the store.
Step 2:
When you install this chrome extension, you’ll see a Dropbox button in Compose screen. Click that button and you’ll see your Dropbox files.
Step 3:
From here, you can attach one or more to your message. Also, there’s a search function that helps you to quickly find the Dropbox file you are looking for to attach to the email.
Step 4:
That’s all! Your recipients will see the links to the files on Dropbox along with a preview of the linked files.
Some useful insights about Dropbox for Gmail:
Cost: Free
Version: 0.9.2
Size: 52.15 KB
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Provided by: Dropbox.com
Updated: February 12, 2015
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