How to Remove OneDrive Personal from File Explorer
OneDrive Personal is a convenient cloud storage service that allows users to store and access their files from any device. However, some users may find it cumbersome to have OneDrive Personal integrated with File Explorer, especially if they prefer using other cloud storage services or simply want to declutter their File Explorer interface. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to remove OneDrive Personal from File Explorer on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
First, open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Access the File Explorer Options
Next, click on the “View” tab at the top of the File Explorer window. In the “Show/Hide” group, click on “Options” to open the File Explorer Options dialog box.
Step 3: Navigate to the View Tab
In the File Explorer Options dialog box, click on the “View” tab. This tab contains various settings that control the appearance and behavior of File Explorer.
Step 4: Uncheck “Use OneDrive to sync files”
Under the “Files and Folders” section, you will find a checkbox labeled “Use OneDrive to sync files.” Uncheck this box to disable the integration of OneDrive Personal with File Explorer.
Step 5: Apply and Save Changes
After unchecking the “Use OneDrive to sync files” box, click on the “Apply” button to save the changes. Then, click “OK” to close the File Explorer Options dialog box.
Step 6: Restart File Explorer
To ensure that the changes take effect, you may need to restart File Explorer. You can do this by closing all File Explorer windows and then opening them again.
Step 7: Verify the Removal of OneDrive Personal
Once File Explorer has restarted, navigate to the folder where OneDrive Personal was previously integrated. You should no longer see the OneDrive Personal folder in File Explorer, indicating that the integration has been successfully removed.
By following these steps, you can easily remove OneDrive Personal from File Explorer and customize your File Explorer experience according to your preferences.
