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Create a data source using Dropbox

To create a data source using a file stored on Dropbox, you need to accomplish 3 tasks:

• Start the data source creation process.
• Authenticate with Dropbox.
• Use the data connector to select a file.

Note: This guide assumes that you already have an active Dropbox account.

Step 1: Start the data source creation process

To create a data source using Dropbox, go to the Connector Gallery page in Klipfolio and select Dropbox.

Step 2: Authenticate with Dropbox

1. Click the Sign In to Dropbox button.
2. Sign in to your Dropbox account.
3. Click the Grant Access button.
4. Save your OAuth Credentials.

Step 3: Select the data file

1. Select your data file using the selection tool.
2. Click the Get File button.
3. If the file is located within a sub-folder, click the folder icon to view its contents.

Note: Dropbox provides this information on the public sharing of files and folders.

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