
OneDrive Basics
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Microsoft OneDrive is a cloud-based, collaborative file sharing and storage application within the Microsoft 365 Suite that allows individuals to securely access their files from any computer connected to the Internet. Microsoft OneDrive integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft Office Applications you are already used to, such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook. Microsoft OneDrive brings your favorite tech-based power tools to any device, anywhere, any time. Managing your files has never been e-a-s-i-e-r with New York Tech's OneDrive. π
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π Where Do I Find OneDrive?
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Go to the New York Tech portal, (my.nyit.edu), look for the "Tools" tile and click on the Microsoft 365 button to access OneDrive and other Microsoft Office Applications. (These include Teams, Outlook mail and calendar, One Note, Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Sharepoint).
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π Where Do I Find the OneDrive Mobile Appπ±?
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Conveniently located at the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Get ready to access your Microsoft Office Suite information any time anywhere. Fantastic! π
Note: OneDrive app does not provide all the services as web-based OneDrive. See this link for a comparison.
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π How to Create a File or Folder?
Create a new file or folder by clicking the blue β+Newβ button in the upper-left corner of your screen. Simply decide whether you wish to create a folder or any sort of Microsoft Office file and your content will appear in the window.
π How to Upload a File or Folder?
Add files to your OneDrive by clicking on the "Upload" button on the top navigation bar in your OneDrive folder. You can also upload files by dragging and dropping them from your computer. Note: You cannot drag and drop files directly from Google Drive into OneDrive.
π How to Share a File or Folder?
Select the arrow icon to the right of the file or folder you wish to share. You can choose the appropriate "Link permission.β Start typing the email addresses or contact names of the individuals you wish to share, and then click βSend.β
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