How to Add OneDrive to the File Explorer
Adding OneDrive to the File Explorer on your Windows PC can greatly enhance your ability to manage and access your files across devices. With OneDrive integration, you can easily sync your files, collaborate with others, and access your documents from anywhere. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to add OneDrive to the File Explorer on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Step 1: Sign in to OneDrive
Before you can add OneDrive to the File Explorer, you need to have a Microsoft account and be signed in to OneDrive. If you don’t have a Microsoft account, you can create one for free at account.microsoft.com.
Step 2: Open OneDrive Settings
1. Click on the “Start” button and select “OneDrive” from the list of apps.
2. In the OneDrive window, click on the gear icon in the upper-right corner to open the Settings menu.
3. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Configure OneDrive Settings
1. In the OneDrive Settings window, click on the “Accounts” tab.
2. Under the “Connect to a network location” section, click on “Choose another network location.”
3. Click on “Map network drive” to open the Map Network Drive window.
Step 4: Map OneDrive to a Drive Letter
1. In the Map Network Drive window, select a drive letter from the dropdown menu. You can choose any available letter that is not already assigned to another drive.
2. In the Folder field, enter the following path: “https://onedrive.live.com/?id=YOUR_ONEDRIVE_ID&resid=YOUR_ONEDRIVE_RESID&app=OneDrive”. Replace “YOUR_ONEDRIVE_ID” and “YOUR_ONEDRIVE_RESID” with your actual OneDrive ID and ResID, which you can find in the OneDrive settings.
3. Click “Finish” to map OneDrive to the selected drive letter.
Step 5: Access OneDrive in File Explorer
1. Open File Explorer by clicking on the “File Explorer” icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows key + E.
2. You should now see the mapped OneDrive drive letter (e.g., “D:”) listed under “This PC.”
3. Double-click on the drive letter to access your OneDrive files and folders.
Step 6: Set Up File Synchronization
To ensure that your files are always synchronized between your local drive and OneDrive, follow these steps:
1. In the OneDrive Settings window, click on the “Files” tab.
2. Check the box next to “Files on this PC” and click “Select Folder.”
3. Choose the folder you want to sync with OneDrive and click “Include folder.”
4. Repeat the process for any additional folders you want to sync.
By following these steps, you can successfully add OneDrive to the File Explorer on your Windows PC, allowing you to access and manage your files more efficiently.
