OneDrive Files On-Demand, one of the main new features that came with Windows 10 Fall Creators Update last year, is now heading to the Mac, Microsoft announced today at its Ignite conference. Jun 17, 2017 Exit the OneDrive sync client by clicking on the OneDrive cloud icon in the Menu bar and selecting Quit OneDrive b. Open a terminal window by using cmd+space and searching for “Terminal.”. The new OneDrive for Business Next Generation Sync Client lets you connect and sync files from your OneDrive for Business. You can add a work or school account to the new OneDrive for Business sync client and sync all your files in OneDrive to your computer.
Microsoft OneDrive is a cloud-based storage and syncing solution that works on Macs, PCs, and mobile device with access to the internet. After you install Office 365 with OneDrive on your Mac, it appears to be just another folder. Drop a file or folder of any type into the OneDrive folder, and the data is immediately stored on the OneDrive cloud storage system. OneDrive is included with all Office 365 paid subscriptions.
You can also access your OneDrive content using a web browser Browser-based access allows you to make use of the cloud-based storage on any computing platform you find yourself using without having to install the OneDrive app.
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About OneDrive for the Mac
OneDrive from Microsoft may seem like an odd choice for a Mac user to use to store data in the cloud, but there's no reason not to use it. Free OneDrive plans include a free 5GB and paid plans include even more.
OneDrive can be used along with other cloud-based storage services, including Apple’s own iCloud service, Dropbox, and Google Drive. There's nothing to stop you from using all four and taking advantage of the free storage tiers offered by each service.
OneDrive Plans
OneDrive currently offers several tiers of service, including plans that are paired with Office 365.
How to Set Up OneDrive Free on a Mac
For OneDrive to work, you need two basic items: a Microsoft account and the OneDrive for Mac application. Both are free.
If you don't already have a Microsoft ID, go to the Microsoft ID signup screen and select No account? Create one! Supply the requested information and create a password. Before you know it, you'll have a new Microsoft ID.
Go to the OneDrive website.
Click the Sign In button and enter your ID.
Your browser will display the default OneDrive folder configuration. Go to the bottom of the sidebar and click or press Get the OneDrive App link.
Click the Download button to download OneDrive for Mac.
Open your Mac's downloads folder and double-click the OneDrive.pkg file.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the OneDrive application on your Mac.
Using OneDrive
OneDrive acts much like any other folder on your Mac. The only difference is that the data within it is also stored on remote OneDrive servers. In the OneDrive folder are three default folders labeled Documents, Pictures, and Public. You can add as many folders as you want and create any system of organization that suits you.
Adding files is as simple as copying or dragging them to the OneDrive folder or appropriate subfolder. After you put files in the OneDrive folder, you can access them from any Mac, PC, or mobile device that has OneDrive installed. You can also access the OneDrive folder from any computer or mobile device using the web interface.
The OneDrive app runs as a menu bar item that includes sync status for files kept in the OneDrive folder. There is also a set of preferences you can adjust by selecting the OneDrive menu bar item and clicking on the gear button. You're set up and have 5GB of free space to use.
Microsoft is launching a preview version of its new OneDrive for Business sync client for the Mac. The new version adds a number of new features and improvements for businesses who want to access Microsoft's cloud storage service.
One of the new features is called Selective Sync. Microsoft says:
'Selective sync is a key feature in the new client (and your most requested one), allowing you to choose which folders to sync to your device. Better yet, it's specific to each of your devices so that you can optimize based on how you use each device and its local storage constraints.'
Some of the other improvements in the new sync client include increasing the individual file size limit from 2GB to 10GB and eliminating the 20,000-file sync limit. Microsoft has a sign-up page for businesses who want to check out the OneDrive for Business sync client.
Microsoft has also improved the OneDrive for Business browser interface:
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'A highlight of the new browser experience is the ability to switch between a list and preview tile view which makes it easy to identify key files. All of the key actions you want to take on a file or folder, such as preview, edit, share and delete, are conveniently located on the toolbar or by right-clicking a specific file or folder. This new browser experience makes managing your work files easier than ever. '
In addition, the iOS OneDrive app will receive some improvements as well:
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There's a new streamlined way to trigger common actions on files (share, move, delete and details) simply by pressing and holding on the file you want to use. We've also added PDF annotations – the ability to draw, highlight and comment on your PDF files – directly in the OneDrive app.