How to Remove OneDrive Shortcut from Explorer
OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage service, is a convenient tool for managing files across multiple devices. However, sometimes the OneDrive shortcut can become an inconvenience, especially if you prefer to access your files directly from the OneDrive website or another method. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to remove the OneDrive shortcut from the File Explorer on your Windows computer.
Step 1: Open the File Explorer
First, open the File Explorer on your Windows computer. You can do this by clicking on the folder icon on the taskbar, or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Navigate to the OneDrive folder
In the File Explorer, you will see a folder named “OneDrive” on the left-hand side. This is where the OneDrive shortcut is located. Click on the OneDrive folder to expand it.
Step 3: Right-click on the OneDrive folder
With the OneDrive folder selected, right-click on it to open a context menu.
Step 4: Select “Properties”
From the context menu, choose “Properties.” This will open a new window with various tabs and options related to the OneDrive folder.
Step 5: Go to the “General” tab
In the Properties window, click on the “General” tab to view the basic settings for the OneDrive folder.
Step 6: Uncheck “Allow files on this drive to have contents indexed in desktop search”
In the General tab, you will find an option labeled “Allow files on this drive to have contents indexed in desktop search.” Uncheck this option to prevent the OneDrive folder from being indexed in the File Explorer’s search feature.
Step 7: Click “Apply” and “OK”
After unchecking the option, click “Apply” to save the changes. Then, click “OK” to close the Properties window.
Step 8: Remove the OneDrive shortcut from the taskbar (optional)
If you also want to remove the OneDrive shortcut from the taskbar, you can do so by right-clicking on the shortcut and selecting “Unpin this program from the taskbar.”
By following these steps, you should now have successfully removed the OneDrive shortcut from the File Explorer on your Windows computer. This will help streamline your file management experience and make it more convenient for you to access your files as you prefer.
