How to Add OneDrive to File Explorer – Windows 11
In today’s digital age, cloud storage has become an essential part of our daily lives. OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage service, offers users the convenience of accessing their files from anywhere, at any time. For Windows 11 users, integrating OneDrive with File Explorer can streamline their file management process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to add OneDrive to File Explorer on Windows 11.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
The first step to add OneDrive to File Explorer is to open the File Explorer application. You can do this by clicking on the File Explorer icon in the taskbar, or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Access the File Explorer Options
Once File Explorer is open, click on the “View” tab at the top of the window. Then, click on “Options” in the ribbon menu.
Step 3: Go to the “View” Tab
In the File Explorer Options window, click on the “View” tab. This tab contains various settings related to how files and folders are displayed in File Explorer.
Step 4: Enable “Show icons and thumbnails in folder views”
Under the “Files and Folders” section, check the box next to “Show icons and thumbnails in folder views.” This setting ensures that OneDrive will be visible in the File Explorer sidebar.
Step 5: Check “Use the classic Start menu and taskbar from Windows 7”
To further customize the File Explorer interface, check the box next to “Use the classic Start menu and taskbar from Windows 7.” This setting will allow you to see the OneDrive icon in the taskbar.
Step 6: Open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties
Click on the “Taskbar and Start Menu Properties” button to open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window.
Step 7: Customize the Taskbar
In the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window, click on the “Taskbar” tab. Then, check the box next to “Use the classic Start menu and taskbar from Windows 7.”
Step 8: Add OneDrive to the Taskbar
Click on the “Customize” button next to the “Taskbar” tab. In the Customize Taskbar window, scroll through the list of available apps and click on “OneDrive.” Then, click the “Add” button to add OneDrive to the taskbar.
Step 9: Close the windows
After adding OneDrive to the taskbar, close all the open windows, including the File Explorer Options, Taskbar and Start Menu Properties, and the Customize Taskbar window.
Step 10: Access OneDrive from File Explorer
Now that OneDrive is added to the taskbar, you can access it directly from File Explorer. Simply click on the OneDrive icon in the taskbar, and you will see all your OneDrive files and folders.
By following these steps, you can easily add OneDrive to File Explorer on Windows 11, allowing you to manage your cloud storage more efficiently. Enjoy the convenience of accessing your files from anywhere, at any time!
