Step-by-Step Guide- How to Add OneDrive Shortcut to File Explorer on Windows

How do I add OneDrive shortcut to File Explorer?

OneDrive is a popular cloud storage service that allows users to store and access their files from anywhere. For Windows users, integrating OneDrive with File Explorer can greatly enhance productivity by providing easy access to all your files directly from the File Explorer window. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding a OneDrive shortcut to File Explorer, making it even more convenient to manage your files.

Step 1: Open File Explorer

First, you need to open the File Explorer on your Windows computer. You can do this by clicking on the File Explorer icon on 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. In the “Show/Hide” group, click on “Options” to open the File Explorer Options dialog box.

Step 3: Navigate to the “File Explorer” section

In the File Explorer Options dialog box, click on the “File Explorer” tab at the top. This tab contains various settings for customizing the appearance and behavior of File Explorer.

Step 4: Add OneDrive to the list of folders

In the “Open File Explorer to” section, you will see a list of folders that are currently open when you launch File Explorer. To add OneDrive to this list, click on the “Choose folders” button.

Step 5: Select OneDrive

In the “File Explorer Folders” dialog box, scroll through the list of folders until you find OneDrive. Check the box next to OneDrive to add it to the list of folders that open when you launch File Explorer.

Step 6: Click “OK” to save the changes

After adding OneDrive to the list of folders, click “OK” to save the changes. You will now see OneDrive as an option in the “Open File Explorer to” section.

Step 7: Test the OneDrive shortcut

To test the OneDrive shortcut, close and reopen File Explorer. You should now see OneDrive listed as one of the folders that opens when you launch File Explorer. Click on OneDrive to access your files stored in the cloud.

By following these simple steps, you can easily add a OneDrive shortcut to File Explorer, making it more convenient to manage your files and access your cloud storage directly from the File Explorer window.