OneDrive offers a cloud storage solution enabling you to save and distribute files with others. Should you wish to share a specific file or folder in your OneDrive account with another person, you have the option to share a link granting them access. Below are the steps to accomplish this:
Step 1: Open OneDrive
First, open the OneDrive app or go to the OneDrive website on your computer. If you don’t have a OneDrive account yet, you can sign up for one for free.
Step 2: Select the File or Folder
Once you’re logged in to OneDrive, navigate to the file or folder that you want to share. Click on it to select it.
Step 3: Share the Link
After selecting the file or folder, click on the “Share” button. This will open a window where you can enter the email addresses of the people you want to share the link with. You can also set permissions for each person, such as whether they have read-only access or full editing rights.
Step 4: Copy the Link
Once you’ve entered the email addresses and set the permissions, click on the “Copy link” button. This will copy the OneDrive link to your clipboard, which you can then paste into an email or message to send to the recipients.
Step 5: Send the Link
Finally, open your email or messaging app and compose a new message. Paste the OneDrive link into the body of the message and add any additional information you want to include. Then, click “Send” to send the link to the recipients.
Conclusion
Sending a OneDrive link to someone is a quick and easy way to share files or folders with others. By following these steps, you can ensure that your shared content is accessible to the right people and that they have the appropriate permissions to view or edit it.
