OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage solution, offers users the flexibility to store and retrieve their documents from any location. Nevertheless, there may be instances when individuals wish to disable the “Always Keep on This Device” feature for specific files or folders. This piece will guide you through the steps to accomplish this.
Step 1: Open OneDrive
To begin, open OneDrive and log in with your Microsoft account. Once you are logged in, you should see all of your files and folders listed on the screen.
Step 2: Select the Folder or File
Next, select the folder or file that you want to remove the “Always Keep on This Device” option for. You can do this by clicking on the folder or file with your mouse.
Step 3: Right-Click and Select “Properties”
Once you have selected the folder or file, right-click on it and select “Properties” from the menu that appears. This will open a window with various properties for the folder or file.
Step 4: Uncheck “Always Keep on This Device”
In the properties window, you should see an option labeled “Always Keep on This Device”. To remove this option, simply uncheck the box next to it. Once you have done this, click “Apply” or “OK” to save your changes.
Step 5: Confirm Changes
After saving your changes, OneDrive may ask you to confirm that you want to remove the “Always Keep on This Device” option. Simply click “Yes” or “OK” to confirm and complete the process.
Conclusion
Removing the “Always Keep on This Device” option in OneDrive is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the instructions outlined above, you should be able to remove this option for any folder or file in your OneDrive account.
