How to View the File Size in Dropbox

Dropbox is a leading cloud-based storage service that allows you to store your files on the internet and access them from anywhere. But can you tell how big each of your files is? How can you establish how much space is left?

This article shows you how to see the file size in Dropbox to help you utilize the space available in a more efficient way. The steps for checking how big a Dropbox file differ depending on the type of device you’re using. Let’s see how you can view file size in Dropbox on a PC.

How to View File Size in Dropbox on a PC

If you’re a PC person, you can use any browser to access your Dropbox account, including Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari. The steps to view file size are the same across all browsers:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Select “All Files” from the sidebar on the left of your screen.
   
3. Check the file size under the “Size” column. If you don’t see a size column, hover your mouse over one of the column headers, click on the dropdown arrow, and then select “size” from the pop-up submenu.
   
   

There’s an even more direct way to view the size of your files on a PC:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Select “All Files” from the sidebar on the left of your screen. This should provide you with a list of all the files currently saved in your account.
   
3. Once you find the file of interest, check the box next to it. You should then see its metadata in the details pane on your right, including its size in bytes, the date when it was last modified, its location, and type. If the details pane is closed, toggle the “│→” button in the top right corner to open it.
   

You can also view the size of a file even after opening it. All you have to do is click on the “about” icon located on the extreme left. The icon is circular in shape, with an “i” inside.

How to View File Size in Dropbox on an Android Device

Devices running on Android have been optimized to support all online storage services, including Dropbox. You can view your files, photos, and videos on the go. To see how big any of your files are, you can use the Dropbox Android app or your browser.

With the app:

1. Enter your credentials to sign in to your account.
   
2. Navigate to the folder containing the file of interest.
   
3. By default, the app lists down all the files in a folder, and you should see a “size column” indicating the size of each of your files. If you don’t see the size column, make sure that “list” is the selected type of view by tapping on the horizontal lines at the top of the app.
   

If you prefer accessing your Dropbox account using your browser:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Tap on “All Files” from the sidebar on the left of your screen.
   
3. Check the file size under the “Size” column.
   

There’s also another option when using your browser:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Select “All Files” from the sidebar on the left of your screen.
   
3. Once you locate the file of interest, check the box next to it. You should then see its size in the details pane on your right.
   

How to View File Size in Dropbox on an iPhone

Dropbox enjoys seamless compatibility with iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads. In just a few simple steps, you can find out the size of any of your files to help you manage your storage space and keep your files organized. Here’s how:

1. Open Safari and sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Select “All Files” from the sidebar on the left of your screen.
   
3. Check the box to the left of the file of interest. You should be able to see its size in the details pane on your right.
   

You can also view file size when using the Dropbox IOS app: Here’s how:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
   
2. Open the folder containing the file whose size you’d like to check.
   
3. Check the size of your file under the “size column.”
   

Alternatively:

1. Open the folder containing the file whose size you’d like to check.
2. Long-press on the file and then select “properties.” If you do this, you should see its size on the pup-up screen.

Additional FAQs

How can I view the size of a folder in Dropbox?

If you want to know the total size of the files in a given folder:

1. Sign in to your Dropbox account.

2. Select “All Files” from the left bar.

3. Click on one of the column headers and select “Size.”

4. Hover your mouse over the name of the folder and then check the box appearing on the left.

5. Click on the three dots right above the file list.

6. Click on “Calculate Size.” In a few moments, you should see the size of the folder displayed in the size column.

Stay in Control of Your Storage Space

Knowing the size of each file you’ve saved in your Dropbox account can be very useful. You’re able to keep track of the total storage space available and ensure that you don’t upload duplicates or unimportant documents. It’s also important to remember that the larger a file, the more cumbersome it is to share with others. To optimize the use of your storage space, you may also want to try compressing the size of files before uploading them onto your Dropbox account. There are plenty of online platforms and software designed to help you do just that.

We’d love to know how you manage the size of your files in Dropbox. Let us know in the comments section below.