Windows 10: Defaulting to OneDrive

When I open File Explorer Windows 11, and then the Documents" folders, the default is OneDrive. I want the default to be my C; drive/laptop.

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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.

 

Lost default photo viewer after profile rebuild

Thanks Brink. I've tried those steps before i started searching Google. After the profile rebuild i don't have the Photo app listed to choose to make it default in either the system settings for default apps or the Open With option.

I can't even find it doing a search. Seems to have been removed somehow with the profile rebuild, which doesn't make sense.

Might be helpful to list what i've done I've done the open with check, the choose default program in the system menu, tried that in device manager default programs also. I've checked the programs and features Turn windows features on/off and it's not listed there (never thought it was but that was a suggestion), searched the MS Store, it's not listed there either.

I don't like playing in the registry unless i have defined steps and haven't found anything for this yet, just the Win7 version like in my OP.

 

OneDrive keeps changing my default documents path

Hi Stiegl1

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

I’m sorry to hear that you’re having trouble with OneDrive. It can be frustrating when your settings are changed without your consent. Just a heads up that in regards to this kind of issue, our option is limited and we can only perform basic troubleshooting steps.

Here are some steps you can take to prevent OneDrive from changing your default documents path:

1. Unlink OneDrive and relink OneDrive: You can unlink OneDrive from your device to prevent it from storing your files in the cloud. This will not delete your files or data. Here’s how you can do it:
   
   • Select the OneDrive cloud in your notification area to show the OneDrive pop-up.
     
     
     
   • Go to the Account tab.
     
   • Select the OneDrive Help and Settings icon then select Settings
     
   
   Close OneDrive and follow the steps:
   
   • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
     
   • Enter the path %localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\settings and select OK.
     
   • Delete the PreSignInSettingsConfig.json file.
     
   • Press the Windows key and type OneDrive.
     
   • Select the OneDrive app and sign in when prompted.
     
   Source: Unlink and re-link OneDrive - Microsoft Support
   
2. To prevent OneDrive from syncing your personal files, you can try the following steps:
   
   • Right-click on the OneDrive icon in the system tray and select "Settings".
     
   • Go to the "Account" tab and click on "Choose folders".
     
   • Uncheck the folders that you do not want to sync to OneDrive, such as Documents, Downloads, and Pictures.
     
   • Click "OK" to save the changes.
     

I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have other questions.

Regards,

John Lloyd

Microsoft Moderator