How to Save Live Photos on Dropbox: A Comprehensive Guide

Live Photos are a unique feature in iOS devices that combine the still image you take with a short video clip. Sometimes, you might want to save these Live Photos to Dropbox for safekeeping or sharing. This guide will walk you through the process of saving your Live Photos to Dropbox, including tips on how to preserve the Live feature as much as possible.

Steps to Save Live Photos to Dropbox

Here’s how you can save your Live Photos to Dropbox:

Open the Photos App: First, open the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad. Locate the Live Photo you want to save. Select the Live Photo: Tap on the photo to open it and select the specific Live Photo you want to save. Share the Live Photo: Tap the share icon (a square with an upward arrow). This will allow you to export the Live Photo from the Photos app. Save as Video: Since Live Photos consist of a still image and a video component, you will need to save it as a video first. To do this, select the “Save Video” option at the bottom right of the screen. Open Dropbox: Open the Dropbox app on your device. Upload the Video: In the Dropbox app, navigate to the folder where you want to save the video. Tap the “Upload” or “Add” button. Confirm Upload: Follow the prompts to complete the upload process.

After these steps, your Live Photo will be stored in Dropbox as a video file. However, if you want to keep the original Live Photo format, you can upload the still image and the video separately, but they won’t function as a Live Photo in Dropbox.

Preserving the Live Feature with iCloud

Unfortunately, you cannot save the Live feature of the image as a normal “static” JPG in Dropbox. However, there are some additional steps you can take to ensure that your Live Photos are not lost:

Benefits of Using iCloud in Combination with Dropbox

Subscribing to an iCloud plan with some added benefits can be beneficial. Here are the key benefits:

Backup Service: Another backup service is added to Dropbox, specifically for your Photos. This is useful if you have important files stored in Dropbox that you want to ensure are safe and secure. Backup Other Files: iCloud allows you to back up other files beyond just your photos. This provides an extra layer of security, as you can backup documents, notes, and more. Space Efficiency: Choosing the “streaming” option on iCloud can help you save space on your device. This option automatically downloads files only when they are needed, based on your usage patterns.

By using iCloud in combination with Dropbox, you can create a robust backup system that ensures your important files are always safe and accessible.

Conclusion

Although Dropbox is a great cloud storage service, it is not specifically designed to preserve the unique Live feature of your photos. Using iCloud in conjunction with Dropbox can provide you with a comprehensive backup solution. This combination ensures that your Live Photos are backed up and stored safely, while also optimizing space on your device.