one drive issue

Question

i want see my files on my pc file explorer like befre i unatalld one drive

since i have installd one drve io cant found my recently opend files inthe file explorer

Answer 1

It sounds like you're experiencing issues with OneDrive affecting the visibility of your files in File Explorer. Here are some steps you can take to resolve this:

1. Check OneDrive Settings: Ensure that OneDrive is set to sync the folders you want to see. Right-click the OneDrive icon in the taskbar, go to Settings, and check the sync settings.
2. View Hidden Files: Sometimes, files may be hidden. You can enable the viewing of hidden files in File Explorer by going to the View tab and selecting "Hidden items".
3. Rebuild Windows Search Index: If your recently opened files are not showing up, it might be due to an issue with the Windows Search index. You can rebuild the index by going to Control Panel > Indexing Options > Advanced > Rebuild. This process may take some time but can help resolve visibility issues.
4. Check for Temporary Files: Ensure there are no temporary files that might be causing issues. You can search for and remove temporary Office files if they are not needed.
5. Restart File Explorer: Sometimes, simply restarting File Explorer can refresh the view and resolve minor glitches. You can do this by right-clicking the taskbar, selecting Task Manager, finding Windows Explorer, and clicking Restart.

If these steps do not resolve your issue, consider checking for updates for Windows and OneDrive, as updates can fix bugs and improve functionality.

Answer 2

Hi Joel,

Could you share a screenshot of the Folder options using 3 dots > Options? I don't understand the root cause.

I’m eager to hear back and work together to find a solution.