Windows 10: Can't get local file copy back from OneDrive

Discus and support Can't get local file copy back from OneDrive in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I recently decided to use OneDrive to backup some files (4.2GB). I didn't notice the "Files on Demand" setting so "save space and download files as you... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Cuchulain, Apr 9, 2019.

  1. Cuchulain Win User

    Can't get local file copy back from OneDrive


    I recently decided to use OneDrive to backup some files (4.2GB). I didn't notice the "Files on Demand" setting so "save space and download files as you use them" was checked, and OneDrive uploaded all of my files and removed the local copies.

    I want to keep local files and just use OneDrive as a backup, so I unchecked "save space and download files as you use them" and I got the message that all of my files would be downloaded, but nothing is happening despite restarts / checking / unchecking the "Files on Demand" option ... all I see is "OneDrive is up to date" and "You're all set - All files are in sync".

    Does anyone know how to force OneDrive to download my files to their original locations on my SSD ?

    Many thanks.

    :)
     
    Cuchulain, Apr 9, 2019
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  2. Windows 10 - OneDrive

    Right click on the app and one of the properties has an option to not automatically start it. Uncheck, restart the computer, and it should stop. If you want to go another step further, find the OneDrive app in the start menu, right click on it and uninstall.

    If that is still insufficient, there is a batch uninstaller for OneDrive available online. I can copy the code here if you need it.
     
    FordGT90Concept, Apr 9, 2019
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  3. temp02 Win User
    Java.nio.file - Copying files

    You can't copy a folder, thats why it generates an exception (you are trying to copy a folder using a copy file function).
    You probably need to list all the files inside that folder and copy one by one
     
    temp02, Apr 9, 2019
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  4. Wozzer Win User

    Can't get local file copy back from OneDrive

    Java.nio.file - Copying files

    Issue was the above, so thanks temp02.
     
    Wozzer, Apr 9, 2019
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