Windows 10: Not sure whether to remove OneDrive or somehow isolate it. Basic questions about OD.

Discus and support Not sure whether to remove OneDrive or somehow isolate it. Basic questions about OD. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Recently had a hard crash of my laptop, so bought a new one. It came with OneDrive installed and active. I'm not sure if I want OD at all have backup... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by TDCarp, Apr 29, 2022.

  1. TDCARP
    TDCarp Win User

    Not sure whether to remove OneDrive or somehow isolate it. Basic questions about OD.


    Recently had a hard crash of my laptop, so bought a new one. It came with OneDrive installed and active. I'm not sure if I want OD at all have backup software, and this is the only device I use to access my data, but haven't yet been able to figure out whether to remove the application, or leave it installed but unused. I currently have it NOT starting automatically when I log on to Windows, so, best I can tell, it's not actually syncing.Am I correct in assuming that the OneDrive folder that's in the path C:/user/me/OneDrive means the application only looks there to sync files? In other

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    TDCarp, Apr 29, 2022
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  2. ANNE FUJ
    Anne Fuj Win User

    ODS file

    Hello Geoffrey,

    There are several reasons why you are unable to open ODS files, it could be that the file is corrupted or has been deleted. Let's find out what's causing this problem. Kindly answer the following questions below:

    • Where did you save the file? Was it in File Explorer or OneDrive?
    • Were you prompted with any error messages when you tried opening the file?
    • Does this issue happen when opening an ODS file only?
    • Have you made any changes prior to the issue? Installed any software or updates?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

    Looking forward to your reply, so we can further assist you.
     
    Anne Fuj, Apr 29, 2022
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  3. ROSE CAL
    Rose Cal Win User
    OneDrive has hijacked my "Documents" folder

    Hi Keegan,

    To isolate your issue regarding with your data which is missing, we'd like to ask if your OneDrive files was synced with your computer before you uninstall it. If you experience data loss, we suggest that you login to your OneDrive.

    • Login to www.onedrive.com.
    • Click on the question mark icon on the upper right-hand corner of your screen.
    • Select Email OneDrive Support.
    • Fill out the box and include the following:
    • Device/Time the files were seen.
    • Folder/file names that went missing.
    • Permission to view the OD Account History.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Rose Cal, Apr 29, 2022
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  4. FORDGT90CONCEPT
    FordGT90Concept Win User

    Not sure whether to remove OneDrive or somehow isolate it. Basic questions about OD.

    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 29, 2022
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