OneDrive is a cloud storage solution which allows Staff and Students to securely store and access their files and data.
It has a Desktop app and a browser based version which can run smoother.
How to Start Using OneDrive:
- When you log into your PC you can find OneDrive in your task bars bottom right corner inside of the "Hide Icons" widget:
- You can also find it in File Explorer:
- If it isn't showing Open up the OneDrive App and it should prompt for you to login.
Placing Files in OneDrive:
- To put your files in OneDrive, Copy and Paste them into the OneDrive folder or drag and drop them there.
- You can also open the OneDrive in browser here and place the files and folder in by clicking and dragging them into it.
Freeing up Space with OneDrive:
If you notice that your OneDrive is filling up your computer's storage, it's because by default when you add files to the OneDrive folder on your PC, they're saved on both your computer's hard drive and in OneDrive.
How to Free Up Space:
- Right-click on the OneDrive icon in file explorer.
- Select the "Free up space" option, this action will move the files from your computer's hard drive to only be stored in OneDrive.
Note: You will need an internet connection to access these files.
Checking Storage Space OneDrive:
- Go to OneDrive (Browser)
- In the Top Right, Select
> OneDrive settings > More Settings > Storage Metrics - This section will give you a Storage breakdown.