Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive

Overview

Microsoft OneDrive is a cloud storage service included with eligible Cedar Crest College Microsoft 365 accounts. OneDrive allows you to save, access, and organize your files from virtually anywhere with an internet connection.

With OneDrive, you can:

• Store documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and other files.
• Access your files from a web browser or the OneDrive application.
• Synchronize files between your computer and Microsoft 365.
• Work on files across multiple devices.
• Share files with other people when needed.

Important: Your Cedar Crest College OneDrive storage is associated with your College account. Access to files may end when you are no longer enrolled or employed at the College.

Access OneDrive in a Web Browser

1. Open a web browser and go to Microsoft 365.
2. Sign in using your Cedar Crest College email address and password.
3. Complete multifactor authentication (MFA) if prompted.
4. Select OneDrive from the available applications. If it is not displayed, open the application launcher to find it.
5. Your OneDrive files will appear.

If this is your first time accessing OneDrive, Microsoft may need a short time to prepare your storage.

You can also access OneDrive directly at onedrive.com using your College account.

Upload Files to OneDrive

1. Open OneDrive in your web browser.
2. Navigate to the folder where you want to store your files.
3. Select Add new or Upload, depending on the interface.
4. Choose Files upload or Folder upload.
5. Select the files or folders from your computer.
6. Wait for the upload to complete.

You can also drag files from your computer into the OneDrive browser window.

Create and Organize Files

To create a new folder:

1. Open OneDrive.
2. Select Add new > Folder.
3. Enter a name for the folder.
4. Select Create.

You can move, rename, delete, or organize files by selecting the file or folder and choosing an action from the toolbar or context menu.

Set Up OneDrive on Your Computer

The OneDrive desktop application allows you to access your College files directly from Windows File Explorer or macOS Finder.

Windows

1. Open the Start menu and search for OneDrive.
2. Open the OneDrive application.
3. Enter your Cedar Crest College email address and select Sign in.
4. Enter your password and complete MFA if prompted.
5. Follow the setup instructions to configure your OneDrive folder.
6. When setup is complete, open File Explorer.
7. Locate OneDrive – Cedar Crest College in the navigation pane.

Note: OneDrive is included with most current Windows installations. If it is missing, download it from Microsoft OneDrive.

Mac

1. Open the OneDrive application from your Applications folder.
2. If OneDrive is not installed, download it from Microsoft OneDrive.
3. Sign in using your Cedar Crest College email address.
4. Complete MFA if prompted.
5. Follow the setup instructions.
6. Open Finder and locate your College OneDrive folder under Locations.

Understand File Sync Status

When using OneDrive on your computer, icons indicate whether your files are available online or locally.

Tip: Files stored online-only require an internet connection to open. If you need a file while offline, right-click it and select Always keep on this device.

Save Files Directly to OneDrive

When working in Word, Excel, or PowerPoint:

1. Open or create a document.
2. Select File > Save As, if necessary.
3. Choose your Cedar Crest College OneDrive location.
4. Enter a file name and save the document.

When a supported Microsoft 365 file is saved to OneDrive, AutoSave may be available to save changes automatically.

Troubleshooting

My OneDrive Files Are Not Syncing

1. Confirm that your computer is connected to the internet.
2. Check the OneDrive cloud icon in the Windows notification area or Mac menu bar.
3. Look for any synchronization error messages.
4. Make sure OneDrive is not paused.
5. Restart OneDrive if necessary.

I Don't See My College OneDrive

Confirm that you are signed in to the OneDrive application with your Cedar Crest College account rather than a personal Microsoft account.

I Can't Access OneDrive

Verify that your College account is active and that you can sign in to Microsoft 365.

If your account has recently been created, OneDrive may still be preparing your storage.

Additional Resources

• Microsoft OneDrive Help & Learning
• Share Files and Folders in Microsoft OneDrive

Need Additional Assistance?

If you experience problems accessing or syncing OneDrive, submit an IT Support Request.

Include your device type, the problem you are experiencing, and any error messages. Do not include passwords or verification codes.