Microsoft

How to Reset OneDrive Files On-Demand Settings for Syncing

Md Sojib Mia

— 1 min read
Share

If you're a remote worker frustrated with OneDrive's Files On-Demand feature not syncing properly after changing settings, resetting it can often resolve the issue. This guide will walk you through how to reset your OneDrive Files On-Demand settings effectively, ensuring that your files sync correctly once again.

Accessing OneDrive Settings

To reset your OneDrive Files On-Demand settings, you'll first need to access the OneDrive settings on your device. Here's how to do it:

  1. Right-click on the OneDrive cloud icon in the system tray (bottom right corner of your screen).
  2. Select 'Settings' from the context menu that appears.

Steps to Reset Files On-Demand

Once you're in the OneDrive settings, follow these steps to reset the Files On-Demand feature:

  1. In the settings window, click on the 'Settings' tab.
  2. Look for the option labeled 'Files On-Demand'. If it's checked, uncheck it to disable Files On-Demand.
  3. Click 'OK' to confirm the changes.
  4. Next, repeat steps 1 and 2 to return to the 'Files On-Demand' option and check it again to enable it.
  5. Click 'OK' to save the settings once more.
  6. Restart OneDrive to ensure the changes take effect. You can do this by right-clicking the OneDrive cloud icon again and selecting 'Close OneDrive'. Then start OneDrive from the Start menu.
A screenshot of the OneDrive settings tab showing the Files On-Demand option.

Verifying the Reset was Successful

After resetting the Files On-Demand settings, you should verify that everything is functioning correctly. You can check the reset by:

  1. Looking at the OneDrive cloud icon in the system tray. If it shows a green checkmark, your files are syncing properly.
  2. Opening File Explorer and navigating to your OneDrive folder. Ensure you can see the files and that they are syncing as expected.
  3. Noting that if you see a cloud icon next to your files, this indicates they are available online-only, which suggests that Files On-Demand is working.

Conclusion

If the reset doesn't fix your syncing issues, check your internet connection or update OneDrive to the latest version. Regularly maintaining your OneDrive settings can help prevent future syncing problems.

Read more