OneDrive, offered by Microsoft, is a cloud storage service that enables you to keep and reach your files from any location, as long as you have an internet connection. Nonetheless, there are occasions when having a local version of your OneDrive directory on your desktop PC might be preferable.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
To get started, open File Explorer by clicking on the “File Explorer” icon in the taskbar or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Navigate to OneDrive Folder
Once you have opened File Explorer, navigate to the OneDrive folder. This is usually located in the “My Documents” folder or in the “OneDrive – [Your Name]” folder.
Step 3: Create a Shortcut
To create a shortcut to your OneDrive folder on your desktop, right-click on the folder and select “Create shortcut” from the context menu. This will create a new icon on your desktop that points to the OneDrive folder.
Step 4: Customize Shortcut
If you want to customize the appearance of the shortcut, right-click on it and select “Properties” from the context menu. From there, you can change the icon and name of the shortcut.
Step 5: Access OneDrive Folder
To access your OneDrive folder, simply double-click on the shortcut that you created in step 3. This will open File Explorer and take you directly to the OneDrive folder.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily get a OneDrive folder on your desktop for easy access to your cloud-based files. Remember to keep your files organized and backed up regularly to ensure that you never lose important data.
