Microsoft OneDrive allows you to securely store your files in a single place that's accessible from multiple platforms and devices. With OneDrive, you can share files for collaboration in real time with the other Office applications. Most platforms have applications to synchronize your documents on OneDrive with versions on your local device. OneDrive also helps with recovering from accidental deletions or malware attacks. OneDrive may not be the preferred cloud storage platform at every campus. Work with your campus IT support team for more information.
OneDrive does not use the portal for authentication; be sure to use username@umsystem.edu to log in.
- Active students, faculty and staff are eligible to use OneDrive.
- There are no costs to use this product.
- OneDrive is available in the Microsoft Office 365 portal and can be directly accessed at https://onedrive.microsoft.com/.
- OneDrive Sync is available as a mobile and desktop application.
- Users have to to five TB of storage.
The University help desks can help you get logged in and started. Please use the training resources below as your primary source of support.
File Sharing
You can easily share files with anyone in the organization by using the Share button in Office 365 apps, the OneDrive app, your web browser or Windows File Explorer.
Co-authoring
OneDrive enables real-time co-authoring in familiar desktop apps like Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as their web and mobile apps. See edits and comments from others as well as be notified of updates and mentions.
Tips and Tricks
- Access shared files from Teams, SharePoint or Outlook from OneDrive.
- Share content directly from the Windows File Explorer.
- Hover over a file to see details.
- Use your mobile device to scan paper documents into digital files.
- View previous file versions and change history.
Resources
Reviewed 2020-11-08