[dotloop] Dotloop fails to download files

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Joe Massengale
4 months ago In dotloop
Dotloop fails to download files

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Hello! I understand you're having trouble downloading files with the dotloop app on your Android device. Let's work together to get this sorted out.

To start, may I ask a couple of quick questions?
- Are you using the dotloop app or accessing dotloop via a browser on your Android device?
- When you try to download a file, does an error message appear, or does it just fail silently?
- Have you noticed if this happens with specific files or all files?

Meanwhile, here are some step-by-step troubleshooting steps tailored for your Android WebKit browser on Android 10:

1. Check Your Internet Connection
Ensure your device is connected to a stable WiFi or mobile data connection, as downloading files requires internet access.

2. Clear Browser Cache and Data
Sometimes stored cache or cookies interfere with downloading. To clear them:
- Go to your device Settings > Apps > Find your browser (the one you use for dotloop)
- Tap on Storage
- Select Clear Cache and then Clear Data
- Restart your browser and try the download again

3. Try a Different Browser or Use the Dotloop App
WebKit-based browsers sometimes have quirks. If feasible, install the official dotloop app from Google Play Store and test downloading there. Alternatively, try downloading using a different browser like Chrome or Firefox.

4. Check Download Permissions
Ensure the browser or dotloop app has permission to save files on your device:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Your browser or dotloop app > Permissions > Enable Storage/File Access if disabled.

5. Download via dotloop Interface
If you are inside the loop, look for the download option by:
- Hovering or tapping the FILE or document menu
- Selecting Download or Save
This is the normal way to download shared documents1.

If these steps don't fix the problem, could you please tell me:
- Have you tried clearing the browser history and cookies as well?
- Are downloads failing for all document types or just specific ones like PDFs or images?
- Are you using the latest version of the dotloop app or browser?

Look forward to your details so we can dig deeper! Would you like guidance on any of these steps?

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