How to Add Second OneDrive to File Explorer
Adding a second OneDrive account to File Explorer on Windows can be quite useful if you manage multiple accounts or want to keep your files organized across different accounts. This guide will walk you through the steps to add a second OneDrive to File Explorer, ensuring that you can easily access and manage your files from both accounts.
Step 1: Sign Out of Current OneDrive
Before adding a second OneDrive account, you need to sign out of the current account. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open File Explorer.
2. Click on the OneDrive icon in the left pane.
3. Right-click on the OneDrive icon and select “Sign out.”
Step 2: Open OneDrive Settings
Next, you need to open the OneDrive settings to add a new account. Here’s how:
1. Press the Windows key and type “OneDrive” in the search bar.
2. Click on “OneDrive settings” from the search results.
Step 3: Add a New Account
Now that you have the OneDrive settings open, you can add a new account. Follow these steps:
1. In the OneDrive settings window, click on the “Accounts” tab.
2. Under the “Connected accounts” section, click on “Add a new account.”
3. Sign in with the credentials of your second OneDrive account.
Step 4: Choose the Location for the New OneDrive
After adding the new account, you will be prompted to choose the location where you want to store your files. You can either keep the default location or select a different folder on your computer. Here’s how:
1. Click on the “Choose folder” button.
2. Navigate to the desired location on your computer.
3. Click “OK” to confirm the selection.
Step 5: Wait for OneDrive to Sync
Once you have selected the location for the new OneDrive account, the files from your second OneDrive account will start syncing to your computer. This process may take some time, depending on the amount of data you have.
Step 6: Accessing the New OneDrive Account
After the sync process is complete, you can access your new OneDrive account from File Explorer. To do this:
1. Open File Explorer.
2. In the left pane, you will now see two OneDrive icons representing your two accounts.
3. Click on the second OneDrive icon to access your files from the new account.
By following these steps, you can easily add a second OneDrive account to File Explorer and manage your files across multiple accounts. This will help you stay organized and access your files from any of your accounts whenever needed.
