How the OneDrive App Works and Its Features

The OneDrive app is a game-changer for anyone who wants to access their files from anywhere. It's a cloud storage service that allows you to store and share files across all your devices.

OneDrive integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft services, making it easy to use with your existing email, calendar, and contacts. This means you can access your files, photos, and documents from any device with an internet connection.

With OneDrive, you can store up to 5 GB of files for free, which is plenty of space for most people's needs. This means you can upload and access your files, photos, and documents without worrying about running out of space.

OneDrive also offers automatic photo upload, which means your photos are backed up to the cloud as soon as you take them, so you'll never lose them.

To get started with the OneDrive app, you'll need to create a Microsoft account. This is the first step in accessing your personal OneDrive storage space. A Microsoft account includes Office Online, Calendar, and Messenger.

Creating a Microsoft account is straightforward and takes just a few minutes. You can do this by going to the Microsoft website and following the sign-up process.

Once you have a Microsoft account, you'll be able to access your OneDrive storage space and start syncing files across multiple devices. This makes it easy to access your files from anywhere, on any device.

Installing the OneDrive app is a straightforward process. You can download the OneDrive desktop app to add a OneDrive folder to your File Explorer.

To install OneDrive, navigate to the Download OneDrive page and select Download OneDrive for Windows. Once the file is downloaded, open it and follow the instructions to install OneDrive.

OneDrive will now be installed on your computer, and a OneDrive folder will be added to your Windows Explorer. If you have Windows 8.1 or later, you already have the OneDrive app on your computer, so you won't need to download and install it.

You can also download the OneDrive app for Mac OS X, but the installation process will be slightly different. To download the OneDrive app, you can visit the Download OneDrive page and select the correct version for your device.

Here are the steps to download the OneDrive app for different devices:

The OneDrive app is super versatile, allowing you to access your files on the go. OneDrive offers mobile apps for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone.

With the mobile app, you can view your files and even upload new ones, making it easy to stay organized no matter where you are. However, keep in mind that you won't be able to edit or create new documents on your mobile device.

OneDrive integrates with Microsoft Office, allowing you to access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents from OneDrive without needing a download.

To use OneDrive, you'll need to sign in with a Microsoft account, which can be done by going to onedrive.com and selecting "Sign in" at the top of the page.

OneDrive allows you to simultaneously edit Office documents, edit documents in browsers, and create and share folders, making it a convenient tool for collaboration.

You can choose where to save your data - on OneDrive or File Explorer - but it's recommended to save data in both locations if you want to use OneDrive as a data backup platform.

OneDrive also lets you share files stored in OneDrive with anyone, either by inviting people via email or generating a link to share.

Personal Vault, a feature of OneDrive, allows you to store important files with additional protection, requiring a strong authentication method or additional identity verification to access them.

OneDrive is available on mobile platforms, including Mac, iPhone, and Android, making it accessible on-the-go.

You can access OneDrive online via Microsoft 365, where you can log into your College of Wooster email to access the application.

With mobile devices, you can access your files on the go using OneDrive's mobile apps for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. The mobile app allows you to view and upload files, but you won't be able to edit or create new documents.

You can use the OneDrive mobile app to skip extra steps when scanning documents. With OneDrive's scanning software, you can convert images of whiteboards, documents, and business cards to easy-to-read PDFs.

The software allows for multi-page scan capabilities, making it a convenient tool for scanning documents. You can crop, add filters, and annotations directly to the image.

As a Microsoft 365 Subscriber, you can download the OneDrive mobile app to access your work files and team files across Office 365.

To add an account to OneDrive on a Mac, Control+Click on the OneDrive icon in the menu bar and select Preferences, then Add an Account.

You'll need to enter your Wooster credentials and sign in to complete the process.

To log in to the OneDrive app after installation, you'll be prompted to sign in using your College of Wooster credentials.

Be prepared for a request for two-factor authentication as well.

As a student at Wooster, keep in mind that your access to OneDrive will only be available while you're enrolled.

You can see all your files in File Explorer with OneDrive Files On-Demand. This feature helps you access your files without taking up excessive storage space on your device.

Files created online or on another device appear as online-only files, which don't take up space on your device. However, when you're connected to the Internet, you can use these files like any other file on your device.

To turn on Files On-Demand, open the OneDrive app, choose the Settings option, click the Setting tab, and check the box for Save space and download files as you use them.

With On-Demand turned on, your files or folders will have these statuses in File Explorer: File StatusDescriptionOnline-onlyFiles created online or on another device, taking up no space on your device.Available offlineFiles you've downloaded and are available on your device.File is being downloadedFiles that are currently being downloaded to your device.

If you delete a file through File Explorer, it will be deleted from your OneDrive on all devices and online.

The OneDrive app makes it easy to manage your files from anywhere. You can upload files from your device to OneDrive using the app.

One of the key features of the OneDrive app is its ability to sync your files across all your devices. This means you can access your files from your phone, tablet, or computer, and any changes you make will be reflected across all your devices.

To upload files to OneDrive, simply tap the "Upload" button and select the files you want to upload.

You might want to hide a folder on your device for various reasons, such as keeping a personal folder private on a work computer or storing an archive folder that you don't need on your computer.

To hide a folder, you need to access the OneDrive app settings. This is a common step across different devices, so it's worth noting.

Open the OneDrive app and navigate to the Settings option. This is a crucial step in controlling your folder visibility.

Choose the Account tab within the Settings menu to access folder management options.

Look for the OneDrive - The Pennsylvania State University option and click the Choose folders link. This is where you can select which folders to hide.

Uncheck the folder that you wish to hide. This simple action will conceal the folder from view.

Click OK to save your changes. This will apply the new folder visibility settings across your device.

Files On-Demand settings are unique to each device, so you may need to repeat this process on each device where you want to keep a folder hidden.

Deleting files through File Explorer on your device deletes them from your OneDrive on all devices and online.

You might be wondering what happens to files you delete, especially if you're not sure where they're stored. If the deleted file was set to be available on demand, it won't go into your computer's recycle bin, but instead into your OneDrive recycle bin.

Deleted files can be restored from your OneDrive recycle bin on the web for up to 93 days for items stored in OneDrive personal.

If you delete a locally available file, it goes into both your computer's recycle bin and your OneDrive recycle bin on the web.