Microsoft 365 Quick Tips: Optimize Your File Storage With OneDrive

What is OneDrive? 

OneDrive is a cloud storage tool that allows you to store, sync, and share your work and school files with other Laurier users and external users.  

Why should I use OneDrive?  

• Access files from anywhere - OneDrive’s cloud storage allows you to access your files from anywhere on any device. Laurier students, faculty, and staff get 5TB of OneDrive storage.* 
• Restore a deleted file or file version easily - deleted files can be restored within 90 days of being deleted, and files saved in OneDrive have version history so you can revert file changes. 
• Easily collaborate on files with others - edit and work together on a document in real-time. 

How do I access OneDrive?  

• Web browser version: Log in to office.com with your Laurier credentials and click on the app launcher icon in the top-left corner of your screen, then select 'OneDrive' from the app list. 
• App version: install and log in to the OneDrive application on your desktop or mobile device. 

Helpful resources 

To learn more, check out the links below:  

• Microsoft 365 for Students
• OneDrive for Work or School Help Guides 
• OneDrive Help and Learning Portal 
• OneDrive Video Training 

* Your Laurier OneDrive storage is intended for work and school files, please avoid storing personal files in OneDrive.