Shared with Me OneDrive Files and Folders Explained

In OneDrive, shared files and folders are a convenient way to collaborate with others. Shared with me files and folders are specifically stored in a designated area of your OneDrive account.

These files and folders are automatically added by others, so you don't have to do anything to receive them. OneDrive will notify you when someone shares a file or folder with you.

Shared with me files and folders can be accessed from anywhere, as long as you have an internet connection and are logged into your OneDrive account.

When you're shared items on OneDrive, the person sharing them can give you permission to view or edit them.

If someone gives you permission to "Can view", you can only open and view the item, but you can't move or update it.

You can also share items with others if you have "Can edit" permission, allowing you to move or copy the item within the shared folder, or to your own OneDrive.

Here's a quick rundown of the permissions: