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OneDrive is cloud-based storage available through Office 365. Users can save all types of files and photos and access them anywhere on any device connected to the internet. Documents can be shared and edited simultaneously using Office Online products.

Setting Up OneDrive on Windows

Installing OneDrive for Windows

Signing into OneDrive for Windows

1. Click the OneDrive icon in the bottom right of the Windows taskbar.
   

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   1. If you do not see the OneDrive icon, select the Windows Search bar or the Windows icon in the bottom left and search for “OneDrive”.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions and use your UConn email address and NetID password to log in.

3. During setup you will be given the option to choose where on your computer you want OneDrive files to sync to. You can leave the default option.

Once setup is complete you can find your files in the OneDrive section of File Explorer.

Adding a Second Account to OneDrive for Windows

1. Click the OneDrive Icon in the bottom right of the Windows taskbar.
   

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2. In the OneDrive window that opens, click the Settings icon in the top right.

3. Click Settings.

4. In the new window that opens, select the Account tab.

5. Click Add an Account.
   

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6. Follow the on screen instructions to add an additional account.

Setting Up OneDrive on Mac

Installing OneDrive on a Mac

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1. Install the Office 365 apps on your computer.

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1. Open the App Store and search for “OneDrive”.

2. Install the OneDrive application from Microsoft.
   

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Setting Up OneDrive for the First Time

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1. Open the spotlight search and search for “OneDrive”.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions and use your UConn email address and NetID password to log in.

3. Allow permissions for OneDrive to access your Documents and permission to start syncing.

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4. During setup you will be given the option to choose where on your computer you want OneDrive files to sync to. You can leave the default option.

After OneDrive setup is complete, you can find your OneDrive files in Finder under “OneDrive - University of Connecticut”.

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Setting Up OneDrive for an Additional Account

1. Click the OneDrive cloud icon in the top menu bar.

2. Click the Settings gear icon.

3. Select Preferences.

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4. Select the Account tab.

5. Click Add an Account.
   

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6. Follow the on-screen instructions to add an account.

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