How to Add Additional OneDrive to File Explorer
In today’s digital age, OneDrive has become an essential tool for managing and accessing files across multiple devices. With its seamless integration with Windows File Explorer, it’s no surprise that many users rely on OneDrive for their file storage needs. However, there may be instances where you need to add additional OneDrive accounts to File Explorer for various reasons. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding additional OneDrive accounts to File Explorer on Windows 10 and 11.
Step 1: Open OneDrive Settings
The first step in adding an additional OneDrive account to File Explorer is to open the OneDrive settings. To do this, follow these instructions:
1. Click on the OneDrive icon in the system tray, located at the bottom right corner of your screen.
2. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Sign Out of Your Current Account
Before adding a new OneDrive account, you need to sign out of your current account. To do this, follow these steps:
1. In the OneDrive settings window, click on the “Accounts” tab.
2. Under the “Accounts” section, click on “Sign out” next to your current account.
3. Confirm the sign-out process by clicking “OK” in the pop-up window.
Step 3: Sign In with a New OneDrive Account
Once you have signed out of your current account, you can now sign in with a new OneDrive account. Follow these steps to add a new OneDrive account to File Explorer:
1. In the OneDrive settings window, click on the “Accounts” tab again.
2. Click on “Add an account” under the “Accounts” section.
3. Enter your email address and password for the new OneDrive account.
4. Click “Sign in” to sign in with the new account.
Step 4: Enable OneDrive in File Explorer
After signing in with the new OneDrive account, you need to enable it in File Explorer. To do this, follow these steps:
1. In the OneDrive settings window, click on the “Files” tab.
2. Scroll down to the “File Explorer integration” section.
3. Check the box next to “Sync files to this PC” and select the folder where you want to sync your OneDrive files.
4. Click “OK” to save the changes.
Step 5: Verify the Additional OneDrive Account
To ensure that the additional OneDrive account has been successfully added to File Explorer, follow these steps:
1. Open File Explorer.
2. Look for the new OneDrive account folder under the “OneDrive” section.
3. Double-click on the folder to verify that it is syncing correctly.
By following these steps, you can easily add additional OneDrive accounts to File Explorer on Windows 10 and 11. This will allow you to manage and access files from multiple OneDrive accounts without any hassle.
