OneDrive News: Latest Updates and New Features Revealed

OneDrive has just rolled out some exciting new features, and I'm here to break them down for you. Microsoft has improved the overall performance of OneDrive, making it faster and more efficient.

One of the key updates is the ability to save files up to 64 TB in size, giving you more storage space than ever before. This is a game-changer for large file collaborations and storage needs.

OneDrive is also introducing a new feature called "Smart Sync", which allows you to access your files from anywhere, without having to download them. This is a huge time-saver, especially for those with slow internet connections.

With the new "Quick Access" feature, you can quickly access your most frequently used files, making it easier to get work done.

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The new features in OneDrive are exciting! Faster search is now available, making it easier to find what you need quickly.

You can listen to a special behind-the-scenes episode of the event with the SyncUp podcast to learn more about the new features.

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Smarter collaboration is also a key part of the update, allowing you to work more efficiently with others.

Check out the Quick Start Guide at https://aka.ms/QuickStartGuide/OneDrive to get started with the new features.

A more intuitive photo experience is also included, making it easier to view and manage your photos.

You can engage with the OneDrive community at https://aka.ms/OneDriveCommunity to connect with others and get help when you need it.

The SyncUp podcast is also available at Sync Up by Microsoft 365 (libsyn.com) for more information and updates.

OneDrive's File Restore feature offers a 30-day Accident Protection, allowing users to undo changes or actions applied to files and folders by restoring their OneDrive to a previous date within the 30-day window.

This feature provides peace of mind for users and reduces the burden on IT departments, who no longer need to manually backup each employee's OneDrive account.

With File Restore, users can directly request a restore of their OneDrive account, without needing IT team involvement or troubleshooting.

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Here's a summary of OneDrive's security and protection features:

Losing access to important business documents is a nightmare we'd opt to avoid at all costs. Unfortunately, risks do exist, including deletion, corruption and malware infection.

Microsoft has addressed these risks with a new OneDrive feature called File Restore, which provides a guaranteed 30-day Accident Protection for your employees.

With File Restore, there is no need for the IT department to be involved. Microsoft keeps a 30-day backup of each OneDrive account that can be requested directly by the user, no IT team involvement or troubleshooting required.

Imagine the unified sigh of relief your IT team will breathe knowing this protection is in place. It's a huge weight off their shoulders, and a big win for smaller IT teams who can't afford to spend time on backup and recovery tasks.

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OneDrive has made significant strides in becoming a secure and easy-to-manage platform, particularly for IT professionals. This commitment is evident in the introduction of the AI-driven site policy comparison report, which helps identify similar sites and their missing policies to ensure compliance.

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The site policy comparison report is a game-changer for large organizations with thousands of files. It's a simple yet powerful tool that can be accessed with just a few clicks. OneDrive has also improved its OneDrive Sync Health Reports by integrating them with Microsoft Graph Data Connect (MGDC), allowing admins to export data into Power BI or Excel for customized reports.

Restricted Content Discoverability (RCD) is another feature that enhances security. Files in libraries with this policy configured will not appear in Copilot-generated results, ensuring the right level of access and control. This feature is currently in public preview and will be widely available soon.

Here's a quick rundown of the features mentioned:

File-Level M365 Archive on SharePoint is another feature that's on the horizon. It will allow users to archive individual files within SharePoint Document Libraries that haven't been accessed in years, making it easier to declutter and manage storage.

OneDrive is a game-changer for organizations moving away from the traditional office space, allowing multiple users to access and edit documents at the same time, regardless of their location.

Real-time collaboration with OneDrive is a huge productivity booster, automatically syncing edits and changes so users can see updates in real-time.

With OneDrive, you can now download only the files you need, which is a game-changer for device storage.

Device storage is a precious commodity that most users are hesitant to give up. Thankfully, Microsoft has addressed this issue with a new functionality that allows you to download a single file from OneDrive as needed.

This means you don't have to worry about eating up valuable storage space or slowing down your device by downloading your entire OneDrive library. Depending on the size of your OneDrive library, this could have a significant impact on your device's storage.

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Expiring links are a game-changer for sharing sensitive files securely. This feature allows users to set an expiration date for links they share, ensuring the recipient can no longer access the resource after that date.

For example, Microsoft OneDrive's expiring links feature is a great tool for organizations looking to add an extra layer of security. This feature is especially useful for sharing sensitive business data and documents.

Data security is more important than ever, especially with the increased business, financial and regulatory risks associated with the mistreatment of sensitive business data and documents.

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Real-Time Collaboration is a game-changer for organizations moving away from traditional office spaces.

With OneDrive, multiple users can access and edit documents at the same time, regardless of their location. Edits and changes are automatically synced and users see changes in real-time.

This means you can maintain and potentially even increase productivity levels, and reduce frustration, by keeping everyone on the same page or document at the same time.

The office is changing, and with OneDrive's real-time collaboration functionality, you can stay ahead of the curve and collaborate effectively, no matter where your team members are working from.

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The refreshed mobile photo app in OneDrive is a game-changer for personal photo management. You can now easily back up your phone's photos to OneDrive and access them from anywhere.

OneDrive's new mobile app puts your photos front and center, with easy-to-navigate albums, people, and favorites. This redesign is rolling out to Android users starting today through the coming weeks, with iOS users receiving the update in November.

One of the standout features of the new app is its enhanced photo search capabilities. You can now search for photos using natural language, like "Sophia and her dog on a boat", and instantly find the photos you're looking for.

Here are some key features of the refreshed mobile photo app:

The new app also makes it easy to share your photos with others, even if they don't have a OneDrive account. With one tap, you can send full-resolution photos directly through your favorite messaging apps.

Microsoft is investing heavily in OneDrive, with a number of features in development and scheduled to roll out shortly.

OneDrive is becoming increasingly adopted as a productivity and collaboration tool for organizations, especially those already invested in the Microsoft 365 environment.

Microsoft's OneDrive future looks bright, with the potential to disrupt cloud storage giants like Google Drive and Dropbox.

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