How to Setup your OneDrive for Business Windows Sync Folder on a Texas State-owned Windows Computer

  1. Click the Start menu, then click All Programs. Expand the Microsoft Office 2016 folder and click OneDrive for Business.

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    The Microsoft OneDrive for Business window opens. You will see your NetID in the website link on the screen. 

    NOTE: By default, your OneDrive for Business Windows Sync folder will be created in your computer"s C: drive (e.g., C:\Users\yourNetID). Click Change to choose a different location for your sync folder to reside.|

    TIP: If you are presented with the below screen asking you to provide a URL, closing, and reopening OneDrive should resolve the issue.

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  2. Click Sync Now.

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  3. Open your Windows Explorer file folder. In the Favorites section, you will now see your OneDrive for Business Windows Sync folder called OneDrive - Texas State University.

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    TIP: Drag and drop files that you wish to sync to your OneDrive for Business account. Once the sync is complete (green check mark on your file), you will be able to access the files from any other device that you have connected to your OneDrive for Business account or by logging in to Microsoft 365.
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