Dropbox users can now directly edit Microsoft documents that they store in their account using the Dropbox app without the hassle of downloading, editing and uploading it back. Earlier this month, Microsoft inked a strategic partnership with Dropbox paving way for the integration of Dropbox with Microsoft office for document collaboration on-the-go. The new feature which is now available on both Android and iOS platforms also allows the changes to be automatically saved in the dropbox account. The user clicks 'edit' while viewing the document in Dropbox to enable the real-time editing and update to take place, ensuring that the most recent changes made on the document is instanteneously updated to the cloud. Microsoft expects the integration to enable people at work, home and school to easily collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
Drew Houston, CEO and co-founder of Dropbox
People around the world have embraced Office and Dropbox to empower the way they live and work today. Our partnership with Microsoft will make it easier than ever to collaborate seamlessly across these platforms, giving people the freedom to get more done.
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft
In our mobile-first and cloud-first world, people need easier ways to create, share and collaborate regardless of their device or platform. Together, Microsoft and Dropbox will provide our shared customers with flexible tools that put them at the center for the way they live and work today.
