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How-to articles and tutorials about OneDrive – the file sync and backup solution from Microsoft. How to connect and use Microsoft’s cloud storage service.

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How to upload photos to OneDrive from your Android smartphone or tablet

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.01.2019
OneDrive is Microsoft's cloud storage service for both home and business users. We use it to back up our files daily, as well as synchronize them across devices. If you use OneDrive for Windows, you should also install it on your Android smartphone and tablet. If you take many photos,...
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Protect your OneDrive with a passcode or a fingerprint on Android or iPhone

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 15.01.2019
The OneDrive app for Android and iOS (iPhone or iPad) can be used to access your data stored in your Microsoft account. If you use it to store pictures and private documents you might want to protect them. The OneDrive apps for Android and iOS offer an additional level of...
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How to use OneDrive for Windows 7

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 07.01.2019
Microsoft's OneDrive service has become ubiquitous in a world dominated by Windows 10. However, it is not the same for Windows 7, which is an old operating system that was not designed with such tight OneDrive integration in mind. However, that does not mean that you cannot use OneDrive for...
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How to add, open, and configure OneDrive on Android

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 31.12.2018
You hear about "the cloud" often. This concept is so popular that mobile device manufacturers often decide against increasing storage capacity for their new entry-level smartphones because it is considered more secure and cost-efficient to store content in the cloud. There are several great cloud storage providers, each with its...
Language

How to change the language for your Microsoft account, Outlook, Office Online, etc

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 14.02.2018
Many people use Microsoft services in their web browsers. Millions of people use the Outlook.com e-mail and calendar service. Some use OneNote online, others OneDrive, and so on. You may use these online services in English and need to switch to another language, like Spanish, German, or French. What do...
Groove Music

How to stream your music with OneDrive and the Groove Music app for Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 08.02.2018
Streaming music from your cloud storage account is a service that most big names in the tech world offer. For example, Google has its Google Play Music, and Apple has its Apple Music. Microsoft also offers a similar service that is running on OneDrive, with the help of their Groove...
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5 Things you can do with the OneDrive app from the Windows Store

  • misc
  • Maria Madalina Blaga
  • 30.09.2016
OneDrive is Microsoft's cloud service that's available for free to all the owners of a Microsoft account . OneDrive offers users a simple way to store, sync and share all types of files, with other people and devices. Besides storing your files in the cloud, there are a lot of...
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Which OneDrive Application is Right for You & When

  • tutorial
  • Mihai-Emilian Blaga
  • 22.09.2014
OneDrive is a great cloud storage service that offers its users a variety of options for working with it, including a standard desktop application, touch apps, a web interface and more. With all of these options, it can be difficult to decide which application is right for you. Each service...
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9 Reasons Why The OneDrive Website Is Awesome

  • tutorial
  • Mihai-Emilian Blaga
  • 18.09.2014
One of the best features of OneDrive is that you can download and install it on any sort of device you might have. There are applications for computers with all kinds of operating systems, apps for mobile devices and even an app that is built into Windows 8.1. But, did...
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Publishing And Sharing Windows Movie Maker Videos With OneDrive

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 09.09.2014
Windows Movie Maker makes it easy to create photo slideshows and home movies in seconds. Your OneDrive makes it easy to publish and share your movies. Friends, family and anyone else who has permission to view your OneDrive will be able to view, play and share your Windows Movie Maker...
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How to Use the OneDrive Troubleshooter to Fix Your Problems

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 14.08.2014
If you have problems with OneDrive and your files are not synchronizing correctly, you may want to consider trying the official OneDrive Troubleshooter that's offered by Microsoft. It is a small troubleshooting wizard that you can download and run in order to fix your problems. Here's where to find it...
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How to Configure How the OneDrive Website Works

  • tutorial
  • Julian Atanasoae
  • 11.08.2014
Once your OneDrive account is set up and in use, you may want to check out your options to make sure everything is configured the way you like it. While the defaults are fine for most, power users may enjoy the ability to change default file formats and tagging permissions....
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How to Work with Files in the OneDrive Website from Any Browser

  • tutorial
  • Julian Atanasoae
  • 07.08.2014
One way to use the OneDrive service is with the help of a web browser. You can use it to add or remove files, edit documents, create documents and many other things, without the need for external applications. Read on to learn all you need to know about working with...
Microsoft

How to Report Problems With Microsoft Services, Including OneDrive

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 20.03.2014
One of the good things about Microsoft's services is that they offer a quick way to report when you have issues. Also, Microsoft provides complete service status history so that you can find out what issues have happened in the past and when they were fixed. If any Microsoft service...