How do I remove a file from ONE Drive to my PC

Question

I want to move a file from ONE to my PC, how do I do this.

I would also like to chose that new folders are not created in One Drive

Answer 1

How do I stop using the back-up feature on my Desktop

Go to Manage Backup in OneDrive settings and toggle off the folders you don't want backed up. See this video: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/back-up-your-folders-with-onedrive-d61a7930-a6fb-4b95-b28a-6552e77c3057

Answer 2

How do I stop using the back-up feature on my Desktop

Answer 3

This does not work because any folder I create on the desktop is automatically stored on One Drive

Answer 4

To move a file from OneDrive to your PC, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the OneDrive folder on your PC. You can usually find it in File Explorer under "OneDrive."
2. Locate the file you want to move.
3. Right-click on the file and select "Cut" or "Copy" from the context menu.
4. Navigate to the location on your PC where you want to place the file.
5. Right-click in the destination folder and select "Paste" to move or copy the file.

Regarding preventing new folders from being created in OneDrive, you can manage your OneDrive settings. Ensure that you are not using the Backup feature for your Desktop, Documents, or Pictures folders, as these are the standard folders that OneDrive might automatically back up and create new folders in. You can check this in the OneDrive settings under "Manage Backup."

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References:

• Can you only sync the folders one drive gives you? - Microsoft Q&A
• OneDrive "Finish Back Up" message in OneDrive Menu will not go away - Microsoft Q&A