Type %localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset and press Enter.Resetting OneDrive also solves the problem if the second instance is just showing in the File Explorer without any back link. Now restart your computer and check if the issue is still there or not. If you can’t see it then you might have to click the upward arrow button and it will show up. Right click your OneDrive icon in the system tray (right bottom corner).Follow the steps given below to unlink and re-link the OneDrive If you unlink the OneDrive and then re-Link it back then the problem might be solved.
Method 1: Unlinking and Linking the OneDrive Note: It is advised to perform a backup of your data that is in OneDrive folders just to make sure no data loss occur. Whatever is the reason or the case, there are plenty of methods mentioned below so follow them one by one until your problem is solved. If both of the drives have the same data and syncs correctly then it is mainly because of the issue with the Windows 10 and its upgrade. This also is the reason for different data because some apps might still be set to store data in the older folder. Since the SkyDrive and OneDrive names are different, your system treats them differently and hence the 2 separate folders. If your drive was named SkyDrive in your previous Windows then upgrading to Windows 10 (where it is named OneDrive) causes this issue. The problem basically occurs because of the Windows upgrade and drive name. Both folders have different data and your apps store data in the older folder rather than the newer one.This is obviously a problem since you want your data to be at a single place. But it can still cause confusion in the future especially if the syncing stops for one folder This means that the problem is only limited to what the Windows Explorer is showing. Both the folders have the same exact data and sync correctly.There are 3 variations (and possibly more) of this scenario. The problem of having two instances (or folders) showing in Windows Explorer only seems to be a cosmetic issue but it sometimes it isn’t. Sometimes you might see not one but two instances of OneDrive in your Windows Explorer especially if you recently upgraded to Windows 10 from Windows 8. There’s no doubt that there are many benefits of using OneDrive but sometimes you might face a few issues that are quite troublesome especially if you have important stuff stored on the cloud. Microsoft’s OneDrive also provide a great way of syncing your clout storage for access from multiple devices. Have any thoughts on this? Let us know down below in the comments or carry the discussion over to our Twitter or Facebook.OneDrive is Microsoft’s cloud storage platform that lets you store your important documents and media files on the cloud. On top of that, we’re wondering if Microsoft doesn’t have more plans (maybe price updates?) in the works, as well. It will be interesting to see how well these changes are accepted once they go live in the coming months. Microsoft is slowly, but surely improving OneDriveĪlthough these new OneDrive features are small and still on their way, Microsoft is obviously serious about improving the OneDrive experience for users. Photo story allows you to privately share photos and videos.Īccording to The Verge, this feature will not be reaching users in the US and other regions until later this year. In addition, Microsoft is also rolling out the OneDrive Photo story to OneDrive mobile app users in Australia. For instance, it can alert you when someone shares a file, creates a task for you, comments on a task, or when someone you or other collaborators. The Activity column lets you see the most recent activity on any shared file. The new OneDrive Home comes with an additional Activity column which is located to your far right just after the Owner column. New Activity column in OneDrive Image: KnowTechie You can also expand the list view by clicking on More. Here, you can quickly find and access your favorite spaces. OneDrive is also getting a new Quick access menu which is located in the left-side panel just underneath the Home section. New OneDrive Quick access menu Image: KnowTechie In addition, it will allow you to filter your files by file type, that is, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF respectively. It will also present your files similar to Google Drive, in that you’ll see the most recently updated files first. The new OneDrive Home dashboard will resemble that of Microsoft Office. Your My files page houses your documents, pictures, and files. Presently, if you log into your OneDrive account, by default, you’ll land on your My files page. It will become the new default landing page upon its release. OneDrive is getting a new OneDrive Home page.
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