
You can also click the OneDrive cloud icon in the Windows notification area to check status on your files. You can copy or move files from your computer to OneDrive right from your file system. If you use more than one account, your personal files appear under OneDrive – Personal and your University files appear under OneDrive - University of Essex. On a Mac, your files will appear under OneDrive in the Mac Finder. Once you're synced, you’ll see your files in File Explorer. Your OneDrive files will start syncing to your computer.Sign in to OneDrive with the account you want to sync and finish setting up.Select Start, type OneDrive, and then select OneDrive.

If you’re on a Mac or an earlier version of Windows, go to /download and download the OneDrive app. Note: If you’re on Windows 10, your computer already has the OneDrive sync app on it. You can sync files between your computer and the cloud, so you can get to them from anywhere. By default, you’re the only one who can see your files unless you choose to share them with a specific person or group. When you open OneDrive you will see a list of documents you have created. When working on Office files, they will auto-save every few seconds so you don’t lose work by forgetting to save your file.

Install OneDrive on your Windows computer or Mac computer.OneDrive accounts are automatically available with your Essex Office365 account.Īll staff and students are entitled to download and install the latest version of Microsoft Office 365 on personal computers and mobile devices, for free. OneDrive gives you a place to store, share and sync your files.
