I have been having syncing issues that have frustrated me to the point of giving my copies of duplicate spreadsheets some very uncomplimentary prefixes. I'm normally an easy going guy. Thanks so much for your tips. You have saved me gigabytes of storage and I am now back to being an easy going guy.
I thought I'd backed up my files into microsoft Onedrive but they went into their recycle bin. and now I have a message saying . recycle bin cant be opened yet. I need help Please. Regards Jan
holy crap dude thanks a lot my files were not syncing to my other laptop and it was because i was using two different profiles thanks for helping me come to that conclusion
Great video- thanks! Level II- over the years, I have got a hodgepodge of files on OneDrive, my desktop PC and my laptop. Love it if you could divine a strategy to "resync" all of it. Merge the Document directories? Copy to an external drive, delete everything, then start over? Switch to Mac? Argh! I have good connection speed to OneDrive, so that will save some time. Thanks in advance, I'm stumped.
All of these problems that need fixing in this video are also arguments to NOT use OneDrive, NOT use Windows, and maybe NOT use anything from Microsoft! Other cloud services and systems don't have any of the problems mentioned.
Today OneDrive messes all of my work files. I disable my OneDrive on February, decide to re-enable OneDrive for backup on October. Guess what? OneDrive decided to download all files from my backup on February and Override my current files. It doesn't seems OneDrive compare which the latest version or fail to do so. I never ever had this issue with Dropbox. Even if I turn on my old PC with different user name than my new PC, its just works. Its true OneDrive is cheaper and over more integration with Microsoft ecosystem compared to Dropbox. But this kind of issue really drives me insane. Sorry for the rant, I used Dropbox professionally at home while OneDrive is for work from my employer. Avoid OneDrive desktop app!!!
Hi. Thanks for the comment. I think once you get used to all the nuances in OneDrive, it is a good competitor for Dropbox. But you are correct, there are a lot of settings to get used to and nuances in the source vs destination folders, plus knowing when to sync with confidence. Sorry that happened to you.
@@MyExcelOnline Hi Thanks for the reply. I am still hold Dropbox as superior desktop sync app the best. But I found for OneDrive work around (since company cannot simply switch service). Dont sync the file directly but using free file sync app to mirror the file from source location to OneDrive location. That way OneDrive won't accidentally override your file but we still can backup them to the cloud.
I found your video when searching for "How to resolve conflicts", which this video doesn't cover. I have a Word doc that tells me I have a conflict (I suppose between what's on my computer and what's last known online). I also have a red X next to that file (and next to OneDrive). Similar to the green check, but a red X. Clicking the red X I'm told that I need to resolve the file, and that I can do that in Word if I would like. I say, sure! So the document opens in Word, but there's no indication of 2 files, and there's no indication of any discreprancy or change made since the sync... How is that feature supposed to work? I don't want to accidentally delete a couple hours worth of work.
Thanks for the question. It's hard to diagnose that without seeing your environment, but a few things to try-open both word files (online and on your computer) and see which one has more pages or word count. That may help to see which one you want to keep. Does someone else have access to your files? Perhaps they made a change? If you would like more specific help on this issue, you can go to www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services and we can help with specific issues there. Hope you figure it out!
Hi! I have a problem at mycompany that I hope you can help me with. We use a single OneDrive account across multiple devices for convenience. However, recently after receiving a new laptop, I have noticed that anyactivity I perform on my desktop is visible to my colleague on her computer and the other way around. How do I stop that?
Hi. The first think I would check is your sharing settings. And also check the name of her computer and yours to see if they have the same name. If that doesn't help, we have consulting services that can help you if you would like to sign up here: www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
There is something in my account that wont allow me to sync to Onedrive. Like many out there, it sucks that no matter how many videos we find online we most likely CANT use them much as OD seems to update their software DAILY. I have uninstalled/re-installed OD several times and every time is the same result : a couple SHARED folders populate and the cloud icon says " up to date" tho there is nothing syncing or even uploading. Rinse/repeat, same result. Tried a fresh account, logged in, SHARED folders started syncing and uploading/downloading. If anyone out is at a dead end, it seems there is a setting or corrupt file within MS User account that wont let sync correctly. A new account, sign-in, fixed my issue.
hello, I have a mac computer and I just can't get past the error of "your onedrive folder can't be created in the location you elected"; please help? thank you
Yes, unfortunately there are a lot of issues with a mac. You could try creating the folder first on the mac or first on OneDrive (which ever one you did not try first). Because there are a myriad of issues that could be happening, we have a consulting service you could contact if you need more help: www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
I chose to use the Free Up Space option on Onedrive, and now all my files on my computer are gone and in the cloud. The problem with that is now it is basically impossible to get my files back because the download speeds are so slow. LIKE INCREDIBLY SLOW! The download times are not hours, not days, but weeks, actually probably months...I'm FUCKED!!!
i have a External HDD drive some saves go to One Drive its ok on the whole sometimes there are slight pauses when running programs (game saves) it is synced is a way to help it run better ?? it is a great program for saving space
Thans for the comment. Int he past, files on an external drive have been slower than the cloud, but technology is always changing, so it's good to do a speed test in your own environment. There are a lot of variables that can affect speed from set up to set up including your Wifi speed, network speed, drive speed, etc. Hope you find what works best in your scenario.
For some reason, I still have files (available online only) on the Onedrive website despite having deleted them from my Windows 8.1 computer yet I am only able to view the Onedrive files on my computer if I am connected to a network. Would you know why this happens?
would you please discuss the issue of syncing Outlook pst files with one drive - even then Outlook is open - for a while I could sync pst files while still using outlook... with no errors in OneDrive... I had to create new pst files... now I get errors in OneDrive that the file is in use... so it won't sync. is there a fix for this?
Are you using One Drive Personal or One Drive for Business? I don't think the personal one will allow a pst. You can check this link for more about possibly using One Drive for Business to sync: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/block-file-types Hope that helps!
Yeah there are definitely issues with a mac and Microsoft products. We have a consulting service. Check out www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
I have account in Microsoft Office 360 OneDrive, but When I logined I can never see My Files (My Data). I just get an error "Check your network connection and then pull down to refresh" via OneDrive App in Andriod and When I open in via Browser there is no any option of "My Files". Now I am worried about my Files or Data that is vanished somewhere.
@@MyExcelOnline Yes, It exceeds 18GB+. I need your help because there are very important documents that I need it. How can I send you video screenshots that I am getting an error? Would you please share your email address?
I'm trying to use OneDrive on a Mac. The file naming conventions are really restrictive for OD, so when I try to NOT sync my Desktop or Documents folders, weirdly, I can't -- because I have to rename all the problematic files before I'm allow to see the Don't Sync option. Worse... when I remove the offending files to another place and select Don't Sync, that only lasts till I put the offending files back. I only want OD to sync my OneDrive folder. Why is that so hard to do? Also, why have I not had any file naming problems with Google Drive or DropBox, but only on OneDrive? I'm thinking of returning it.
Hi. Yes, there are a lot of issues between Microsoft and a Mac. Many things you can do in Excel on a PC that you can't do on a Mac. I think part of the issue is because the operating systems are different between a PC, which is what Excel was built on, and a Mac, that has been modified to be able to use a Mac, but isn't the ideal solution. Dropbox and Google Drive are cloud based. You could try the cloud based OD only and not your desktop.
I can see the onedrive in my taskbar, but it only opens the file when I click on it. I used to be able to left click and it would show me the files being synced. It doesn't do that anymore. Also, onedrive is not listed in my apps.
I need Nick burns the company computer guy Cause I got an issue. today I am having trouble deleting folders. they keep reappearing about 20 seconds after I delete them.
HAHA.....MOVE!!! Thanks for the question. Try deleting them from the other side where you are synching them. For example, if you are deleting them online, delete them from your computer. If you are deleting them from your computer, try deleting them online. Or you could try copying them all to a new folder and seeing if the sync works. Just a few thoughts about where I would start.
My files are not syncing after the update, and all my files have circular blue arrows icon my one drive storage is full is it because of that ??? I need all my files back please help me out 😭
Yes, the free version only has 5GB. Are you over that limit? If you remove one of the bigger files you just uploaded, you should be able to see the ones you uploaded previously.
@@MyExcelOnline Actually i updated my laptop & all my files went missing after that I did Everything to recover it but was not able to as my one drive only saved a few files so i lost all my important files if you know a way to recover them besides using onedrive do let me know
OneDrive has so many problems. When I support users I find 20-30% of them have some sort of sync problem. It really needs improvement. If you have some training it can be ok and work well, but even experienced users struggle and possibly have data at risk. The synchronization is not intuitive to fix and even the file path (eg \OneDrive\Desktop Vs \Desktop) is confusing to users. Then add SharePoint to the equation and chaos ensues.
Thanks for the comment. Yes, as with all tech, there are complications, especially as more variables are introduced, such as more users and platforms. Thanks for giving so much in supporting users as they need help!
Today i moved 4,6gb files to onedrive and it was the worst . The sync broke down every 10mb on the uploads and every 100mb on downloads .. this is the greatest pile of crap software i ever had to deal with. To get it work again i had to log off and on to my user account on the PC.
I have been having syncing issues that have frustrated me to the point of giving my copies of duplicate spreadsheets some very uncomplimentary prefixes. I'm normally an easy going guy. Thanks so much for your tips. You have saved me gigabytes of storage and I am now back to being an easy going guy.
You are so welcome! These are out FAVORITE types of comments! We love helping take the stress out of work :)
I thought I'd backed up my files into microsoft
Onedrive but they went into their recycle bin. and now I have a message saying . recycle bin cant be opened yet. I need help Please. Regards Jan
As soon as I checked that I was logged in to the proper account, it started to sync. Thank you for this!
You're welcome! So glad it worked!
holy crap dude thanks a lot my files were not syncing to my other laptop and it was because i was using two different profiles thanks for helping me come to that conclusion
You are very welcome! Glad it helped!
These are by far the most common issues in OneDrive, so this is fantastic
So glad you liked it and found it helpful!
Great video- thanks! Level II- over the years, I have got a hodgepodge of files on OneDrive, my desktop PC and my laptop. Love it if you could divine a strategy to "resync" all of it.
Merge the Document directories? Copy to an external drive, delete everything, then start over? Switch to Mac? Argh! I have good connection speed to OneDrive, so that will save some time. Thanks in advance, I'm stumped.
Thanks for the question. I would copy everything to a back up and then start over. That's the first option I would try. Hope it works!
Hi thank you for the tips
Any time. Thanks for watching!
Great information! Thanks for the tips. Thumbs up!!
Glad it was helpful!
This was VERY helpful. Thanks!
You're welcome!
You can sync multiple OneDrive accounts. I have a personal and two business accounts and they all sync fine on my Mac and PC
Good to know. Thanks!
True: I have my personal and work account, in both, my personal and work computer.
Onedrive is the shitiest software made by microsoft so many issues all the time
I'm sorry you are having so many issues. Any in particular you would like to ask about?
All of these problems that need fixing in this video are also arguments to NOT use OneDrive, NOT use Windows, and maybe NOT use anything from Microsoft! Other cloud services and systems don't have any of the problems mentioned.
Thanks for the engagement Charles!
I agree 💯. Total nightmare when you most need them.
Today OneDrive messes all of my work files. I disable my OneDrive on February, decide to re-enable OneDrive for backup on October. Guess what? OneDrive decided to download all files from my backup on February and Override my current files. It doesn't seems OneDrive compare which the latest version or fail to do so. I never ever had this issue with Dropbox. Even if I turn on my old PC with different user name than my new PC, its just works.
Its true OneDrive is cheaper and over more integration with Microsoft ecosystem compared to Dropbox. But this kind of issue really drives me insane.
Sorry for the rant, I used Dropbox professionally at home while OneDrive is for work from my employer.
Avoid OneDrive desktop app!!!
Hi. Thanks for the comment. I think once you get used to all the nuances in OneDrive, it is a good competitor for Dropbox. But you are correct, there are a lot of settings to get used to and nuances in the source vs destination folders, plus knowing when to sync with confidence. Sorry that happened to you.
@@MyExcelOnline Hi Thanks for the reply. I am still hold Dropbox as superior desktop sync app the best. But I found for OneDrive work around (since company cannot simply switch service). Dont sync the file directly but using free file sync app to mirror the file from source location to OneDrive location. That way OneDrive won't accidentally override your file but we still can backup them to the cloud.
I found your video when searching for "How to resolve conflicts", which this video doesn't cover. I have a Word doc that tells me I have a conflict (I suppose between what's on my computer and what's last known online). I also have a red X next to that file (and next to OneDrive). Similar to the green check, but a red X. Clicking the red X I'm told that I need to resolve the file, and that I can do that in Word if I would like. I say, sure! So the document opens in Word, but there's no indication of 2 files, and there's no indication of any discreprancy or change made since the sync... How is that feature supposed to work? I don't want to accidentally delete a couple hours worth of work.
Thanks for the question. It's hard to diagnose that without seeing your environment, but a few things to try-open both word files (online and on your computer) and see which one has more pages or word count. That may help to see which one you want to keep. Does someone else have access to your files? Perhaps they made a change? If you would like more specific help on this issue, you can go to www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services and we can help with specific issues there. Hope you figure it out!
Hi! I have a problem at mycompany that I hope you can help me with. We use a single OneDrive account across multiple devices for convenience. However, recently after receiving a new laptop, I have noticed that anyactivity I perform on my desktop is visible to my colleague on her computer and the other way around. How do I stop that?
Hi. The first think I would check is your sharing settings. And also check the name of her computer and yours to see if they have the same name. If that doesn't help, we have consulting services that can help you if you would like to sign up here: www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
There is something in my account that wont allow me to sync to Onedrive. Like many out there, it sucks that no matter how many videos we find online we most likely CANT use them much as OD seems to update their software DAILY. I have uninstalled/re-installed OD several times and every time is the same result : a couple SHARED folders populate and the cloud icon says " up to date" tho there is nothing syncing or even uploading. Rinse/repeat, same result. Tried a fresh account, logged in, SHARED folders started syncing and uploading/downloading. If anyone out is at a dead end, it seems there is a setting or corrupt file within MS User account that wont let sync correctly. A new account, sign-in, fixed my issue.
Yes, it does matter which account you use. Glad you were able to fix it in the end.
For 3 things, it says I don't have syncing permission and the last one says that I need to delete or rename personal vault.
Is that file necessary to be in the vault? If not, if you move it out, that may help.
hello, I have a mac computer and I just can't get past the error of "your onedrive folder can't be created in the location you elected"; please help? thank you
Yes, unfortunately there are a lot of issues with a mac. You could try creating the folder first on the mac or first on OneDrive (which ever one you did not try first). Because there are a myriad of issues that could be happening, we have a consulting service you could contact if you need more help: www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
U didn’t even break down the location bug wtf 💀
Hi. Could you please clarify what you mean?
I chose to use the Free Up Space option on Onedrive, and now all my files on my computer are gone and in the cloud. The problem with that is now it is basically impossible to get my files back because the download speeds are so slow. LIKE INCREDIBLY SLOW! The download times are not hours, not days, but weeks, actually probably months...I'm FUCKED!!!
Can you access One Drive through your File Explorer?
i have a External HDD drive some saves go to One Drive its ok on the whole sometimes there are slight pauses when running programs (game saves) it is synced is a way to help it run better ?? it is a great program for saving space
Thans for the comment. Int he past, files on an external drive have been slower than the cloud, but technology is always changing, so it's good to do a speed test in your own environment. There are a lot of variables that can affect speed from set up to set up including your Wifi speed, network speed, drive speed, etc. Hope you find what works best in your scenario.
For some reason, I still have files (available online only) on the Onedrive website despite having deleted them from my Windows 8.1 computer yet I am only able to view the Onedrive files on my computer if I am connected to a network. Would you know why this happens?
They may have synched to your OneDrive and now get copied from there. Have you tried deleting them from OneDrive then synching?
would you please discuss the issue of syncing Outlook pst files with one drive - even then Outlook is open - for a while I could sync pst files while still using outlook... with no errors in OneDrive... I had to create new pst files... now I get errors in OneDrive that the file is in use... so it won't sync. is there a fix for this?
Are you using One Drive Personal or One Drive for Business? I don't think the personal one will allow a pst. You can check this link for more about possibly using One Drive for Business to sync: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/block-file-types
Hope that helps!
Hey, I work on a Mac and my cloud icon and green sync icon has disappeared, but my uploads aren't paused. I have no idea what to do and I'm suffering
Yeah there are definitely issues with a mac and Microsoft products. We have a consulting service. Check out www.myexcelonline.com/microsoft-excel-consulting-services/
I have account in Microsoft Office 360 OneDrive, but When I logined I can never see My Files (My Data). I just get an error "Check your network connection and then pull down to refresh" via OneDrive App in Andriod and When I open in via Browser there is no any option of "My Files". Now I am worried about my Files or Data that is vanished somewhere.
Any chance your files exceed the 5GB limit?
@@MyExcelOnline Yes, It exceeds 18GB+. I need your help because there are very important documents that I need it. How can I send you video screenshots that I am getting an error? Would you please share your email address?
I'm trying to use OneDrive on a Mac. The file naming conventions are really restrictive for OD, so when I try to NOT sync my Desktop or Documents folders, weirdly, I can't -- because I have to rename all the problematic files before I'm allow to see the Don't Sync option. Worse... when I remove the offending files to another place and select Don't Sync, that only lasts till I put the offending files back. I only want OD to sync my OneDrive folder. Why is that so hard to do? Also, why have I not had any file naming problems with Google Drive or DropBox, but only on OneDrive? I'm thinking of returning it.
Hi. Yes, there are a lot of issues between Microsoft and a Mac. Many things you can do in Excel on a PC that you can't do on a Mac. I think part of the issue is because the operating systems are different between a PC, which is what Excel was built on, and a Mac, that has been modified to be able to use a Mac, but isn't the ideal solution. Dropbox and Google Drive are cloud based. You could try the cloud based OD only and not your desktop.
Im using onedrive business ..i have lot of space but it showing not have enough space to upload this file..
Are you logged into your business account or your personal one?
I can see the onedrive in my taskbar, but it only opens the file when I click on it. I used to be able to left click and it would show me the files being synced. It doesn't do that anymore. Also, onedrive is not listed in my apps.
Hi. Thanks for contacting us. Have you tried uninstalling and reinstalling One Drive? I have had similar issues with OneNote and that has helped me.
@@MyExcelOnline Yes, several times. I will do that again. ;(
One Plus no longer syncs my pictures to my Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra even though I have it enabled to sync in the gallery.
Maybe try removing the phone and adding it again?
So you can't sync files between different Microsoft accounts?
No, unfortunately. But you can share the files with the other account if that helps.
I need Nick burns the company computer guy Cause I got an issue. today I am having trouble deleting folders. they keep reappearing about 20 seconds after I delete them.
HAHA.....MOVE!!!
Thanks for the question. Try deleting them from the other side where you are synching them. For example, if you are deleting them online, delete them from your computer. If you are deleting them from your computer, try deleting them online. Or you could try copying them all to a new folder and seeing if the sync works. Just a few thoughts about where I would start.
My files are not syncing after the update, and all my files have circular blue arrows icon my one drive storage is full is it because of that ??? I need all my files back please help me out 😭
Yes, the free version only has 5GB. Are you over that limit? If you remove one of the bigger files you just uploaded, you should be able to see the ones you uploaded previously.
@@MyExcelOnline Actually i updated my laptop & all my files went missing after that I did Everything to recover it but was not able to as my one drive only saved a few files so i lost all my important files if you know a way to recover them besides using onedrive do let me know
OneDrive has so many problems. When I support users I find 20-30% of them have some sort of sync problem. It really needs improvement. If you have some training it can be ok and work well, but even experienced users struggle and possibly have data at risk. The synchronization is not intuitive to fix and even the file path (eg \OneDrive\Desktop Vs \Desktop) is confusing to users. Then add SharePoint to the equation and chaos ensues.
Thanks for the comment. Yes, as with all tech, there are complications, especially as more variables are introduced, such as more users and platforms. Thanks for giving so much in supporting users as they need help!
What if i have over 60000 files syncing. With this still work?
The limit of files to sync is 300,000.
Thanks for the video. You should buy a new microphone 🙂
Yes, we have a new one now.
please I need you help i'm not computer expert my issue is google chrome .ink but i don't know how fix it please help thanks new subscriber soon
Are you using OneDrive on Chrome? Any way you can also try it on Microsoft Edge?
@@MyExcelOnline thank you I resolve my issue..now I know also can use both.once again thks
Today i moved 4,6gb files to onedrive and it was the worst . The sync broke down every 10mb on the uploads and every 100mb on downloads .. this is the greatest pile of crap software i ever had to deal with. To get it work again i had to log off and on to my user account on the PC.
I'm sorry you had that issue. There are so many variables in that situation. How strong is your internet connection?
holy mic tho
Thanks for listening! What part are you referring to? Or just overall?
Sadly sound is bad
Yes, we did have a few issues then that we have since fixed. Sorry about that!