Copy Files to One Drive

2024

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Copy Files to One Drive

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Open File Explorer:

• Click on the folder icon in the taskbar or press Windows key + E to open File Explorer.
• Locate the OneDrive Folder:

• In the left-hand pane of File Explorer, find the OneDrive folder. It usually appears under the Quick Access section.
• Select Files to Move:

• Navigate to the files you want to move on your local drive or home drive.
• Select the files by clicking and dragging to highlight multiple files or holding down the Ctrl key and clicking each file individually.
• Drag and Drop Files into OneDrive:

• Drag the selected files and drop them into the OneDrive folder.
• Alternatively, you can right-click the files, select Copy, and then right-click inside the OneDrive folder and select Paste.
• Wait for the Files to Sync:

• Once the files are in the OneDrive folder, they will automatically start syncing to the cloud.
• Youll see a sync icon (two circling arrows) next to the files indicating theyre being uploaded. The process is complete when the sync icon turns into a green checkmark.
• Verify the Move:

• Open OneDrive online at onedrive.live.com and log in with your Microsoft account.
• Check to see if your files appear there to ensure they have been successfully uploaded and are accessible from any device with an internet connection.

Additional Tips

• Stable Internet Connection: Make sure your internet connection is stable, especially if youre moving large files.
• Organize Files: Organize your files into folders before moving them to keep everything neat and tidy.
• Official Microsoft Guidance for Using OneDrive for Business: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/upload-and-save-files-and-folders-to-onedrive-a1397e56-61ec-4ed2-9dac-727bf8ac3357

Article ID: 12727
Created: October 24, 2024
Last Updated: November 1, 2024
Author: Ryan Foster

Online URL: https://kb.mc3.edu/article.php?id=12727