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Open File Explorer to OneDrive in Windows 11

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The article provides a guide to configure Windows 11’s File Explorer to open with OneDrive content by default, as opposed to its typical Quick Access view. Following the instructions to set up OneDrive and changing File Explorer’s Folder Options allows users to directly access their cloud-stored files whenever File Explorer is launched.

This article describes steps to always open File Explore to OneDrive‘s content in Windows 11.

By default, File Explorer will open with Quick Access so you can access your frequently used items and quickly find files, folders, and settings in Windows 11.

You can also change how File Explorer opens and what to display when it does. The Quick Access will show recently accessed files, folders, and pinned items. You can choose to have File Explorer open on This PC, so it also shows your default personal folders and systems’ drives.

Yet still, if you don’t find it helpful to open File Explorer in Quick Access or This PC, you can choose to have it open with your OneDrive content instead.

Below is how to do that in Windows 11

How to open File Explorer with OneDrive content in Windows 11

As described above, by default, File Explorer will open with Quick Access so you can access your frequently used items and quickly find files, folders, and settings in Windows 11.

However, if you have OneDrive set up on your Windows computer, you can choose to have File Explorer open your OneDriv content by default, and the steps below will show you how.

Set up OneDrive

First, you must set up OneDrive in Windows. Then, configure File Explorer to open to OneDrive as its default content folder.

If you haven’t set up OneDrive in Windows, use the post below to learn how to.

How to set up OneDrive in Windows 11

Open OneDrive in File Explorer

Once you set up OneDrive in Windows, you can configure File Explorer to open your OneDrive content.

First, open File Explorer’s Folder Options.

windows 11 file explorer folder options onedrive
windows 11 file explorer folder options on the drive

On the Folder Options window, in the dropdown box for Open File Explorer: choose your OneDrive folder name in the list.

windows 11 folder options open file explorer to onedrive
windows 11 folder options open file explorer to one drive

Once you have selected your OneDrive folder, click the OK button to apply the changes.

The next you open File Explorer, it should open your OneDrive folder content.

open file explorer in onedrive folder windows 11
open file explorer in one drive folder, windows 11

That should do it!

Conclusion:

  • Configuring File Explorer to open your OneDrive content in Windows 11 is a convenient way to access your files easily.
  • Following the steps outlined in this article, you can customize your File Explorer experience to suit your needs better.
  • Opening File Explorer directly to your OneDrive folder allows quick and seamless access to your stored data.
  • Feel free to use the provided comment form to share additional insights or questions about this process.
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Richard, the owner and lead writer at Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast passionate about simplifying complex IT topics. His years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations have honed his ability to provide practical insights and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He’s deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions. He enjoys watching football, cheering for the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his family when he’s not writing or managing Geek Rewind.

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