How can I sync my document library to my local file explorer SharePoint 2019?

Question

Good morning,

Can you sync your SharePoint 2019 On prem document library directly to your local file explorer without having to go thru the cloud or using open with explorer. I will be having my HR department downloading folders, so I'd like for it not to be too complicated for them.

Answer 1

In the SharePoint 2019, there are three ways to sync document library with local.

1.Open with explorer.

2.Map a drive to your SharePoint document library.

3.Configure syncing with the new OneDrive sync app.

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Answer 2

Hi Tevon2.0,

Your solution is OneDrive.

• Install and configure OneDrive.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-ww/microsoft-365/onedrive/download

Do not forget to create shortcut in the Desktop.

• A folder will be created and synced in %userprofile%\OneDrive-OrganizationName (c:\users\username\OneDrive-OrganizationName)

Select the desired document library (ies) and click Sync.

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