So when working on a Mac, be careful not to use special characters. If one or more of them are, you will get an error message, and the file won’t upload. The dropbox will not allow any of these characters to be in a filename. You’re able to use these characters on a Mac, but if you tried to use them in Windows, you wouldn’t be able to even make the file.

If you, or someone you know, doesn’t have access to one, check out our blog on Andersen Media Lab!ĭon’t use special characters: If you’re submitting a file from a Mac, there are some characters that you can use in filenames that you can’t use on Windows. It’s always best to upload from a desktop or laptop with a stable internet connection. Always double check that the file you selected is the one you want.ĭon’t upload from your phone: You may not have known this, but you can upload files from your phone to dropbox! Uploading from your phone may seem convenient, especially when you’re in a rush and on the go, but it can be inconsistent. Make sure the correct file is selected: It sounds simple enough, but the easiest way to cause confusion is to accidentally submit your English paper to your Comm110 dropbox. Here are some helpful tips to make uploading files to D2L hassle free! D2L’s dropbox tool allows for students to easily submit assignments to instructors electronically.