OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage service, enables you to save and retrieve your files from any location with web connectivity. Nonetheless, having OneDrive automatically synchronize your documents folder might be bothersome at times. This article will guide you through the process of disconnecting OneDrive from your documents directory.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
To begin, open File Explorer by clicking on the Windows icon in the taskbar and selecting “File Explorer” or pressing Win + E.
Step 2: Navigate to OneDrive Folder
In File Explorer, navigate to your OneDrive folder. This is usually located in the C:\Users\[username]\OneDrive directory.
Step 3: Right-Click on Documents Folder
Once you are in the OneDrive folder, right-click on the “Documents” folder and select “Properties”.
Step 4: Remove OneDrive from Documents Path
In the “Documents” properties window, click on the “Location” tab. You should see a path that includes your OneDrive folder. To remove OneDrive from your documents path, simply delete the path and click “Move”.
Step 5: Confirm Changes
You will be prompted to confirm the changes you made. Click “Yes” to apply the changes.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you have successfully removed OneDrive from your documents path. This means that any new files created in your documents folder will not automatically sync with your OneDrive account. If you ever want to re-enable this feature, simply repeat the process and select “Move” when prompted.