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desktop onedrive problems

Jean McC 0 Reputation points
2026-03-25T11:50:29.69+00:00

how to make my desktop local instead of using onedrive

Windows for home | Other | Files, folders, and storage
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  1. Ramesh Srinivasan 77,800 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-25T12:29:03.2866667+00:00

    Hi Jean,

    To stop the Desktop folder from being synced to OneDrive, please do the following.

    • Open OneDrive settings via the taskbar notification area.
    • Click "Sync and backup" and click "Manage backup".
    • Deselect "Desktop".

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    • Click Save changes.

    For more information and screenshots, please check out the following guide.

    Turn On or Off OneDrive Folder Backup Syncing Across Windows 11 Devices | Windows 11 Forum***

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