Pinning OneDrive Files & Folders in File Explorer

1. Sometimes, there are certain files & folders that we use day to day and maybe you’d want quicker access!

2. Inside File Explorer there will be a side bar, Look for the OneDrive icon and click it.

   

3. Once inside your OneDrive, right-click on any file/folder. Then look for the “Pin to Quick Access” button and click it (please do so for OneDrive).

   1. This ensures quickness when looking for more frequently used files.

      

4. Now, you’ll be able to see the folder or file placed inside the Quick access.

   

OneDrive on browser

1. Open your browser and enter this link to login.

   Sign in - Microsoft OneDrive

2. Enter your Microsoft email and password to login.

   

3. Once signed in, you’ll be in the Home Menu.

   1. You can see a For You that shows files/folders recommended for you. Below will be your Recent files and folders that you’ve opened.

   2. On the left, there is a sidebar containing:

      1. My Files: The current files/folders within your OneDrive.
      2. Shared: All files/folders that have been shared with you.
      3. Favorites: Favorites files/folders.
      4. Recycle Bin: Shows files that have been deleted as well as the user who deleted them.

      

4. To create or add to your OneDrive, navigate to the top left to the blue button that says Add New. There will be a drop down menu showing what kind of items you would like to store in OneDrive.

   

5. You can also Browse files by People, Meetings(Teams) and Media.

   

6. Lastly, the Quick Access is the shortcut that was created via SharePoint.

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