OneDrive Quick Start Guide

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Microsoft One Drive allows you to store and share your files and folders with others.

Sign-In

  1. Go to office.com and click Sign In.
  2. Enter your MC Username@montgomerycollege.edu and MC password.
  3. The two-step verification screen opens. Select an option for MC to verify your account.
  4. The Microsoft 365 home page appears. 
  5. Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)Click on Apps in the left hand side menu and select OneDrive.

Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

       6. Click on My files in the left hand side menu to see your files and folders.

To Create or Upload Files and Folders

            Click on Create or upload button on top left and then pick File upload or Folder upload

            Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

 

To Download a File to your Computer

There are several ways to download a file from OneDrive.

  1. Select the file to be downloaded.
  2. On the toolbar, select Download.
  3. The file will save in the download folder on your device. It may also be at the bottom of the OneDrive window.
     

Another option:

  1. Select the file (using the checkmark) or click the three dots after the file name.

    Screenshot showing the three dots button to access options

  2. A menu will appear, and you will select Download.
  3. The file will save in the download folder on your device. It may also be at the bottom of the OneDrive window.
     

Sharing a File

OneDrive allows you to share a file or folder within and outside of your organization. There are multiple ways to share your files and folders.

  1. Right-click on the file/folder.
  2. Highlight the file/folder and then click the three dots beside the file/folder name.
  3. Click the bubble beside the file/folder name to highlight the file and then click Share on the toolbar.
  4. After clicking Share, click Who would you like the link to work for? You can also change the settings to allow editing, set expiration date, set a password, and block download.
  5. After making your selections, click Apply to save the settings.
  6. Enter a name or email address for the recipient you are sharing your file/folder.
  7. Adding a message is optional.
  8. Click Send.
Note: You have the option to copy the link or create a sharable link in Outlook.

 

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