OneDrive Setup for Mac

All students and teachers are required to use OneDrive on their devices as a file storage, this not only backs up all files stored on the device but also allows easy file sharing. This article will help you step through the set up process for the One Drive Mac Application.

 Instructions

1. Navigate to the applications section in finder and open OneDrive.

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2. Once one drive opens sign in using your school email and password.

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3. Continue Through the setup process, when prompted to “Get the Mobile App” select Later, than continue through the process.

4. When prompted to “Choose OneDrive Finder Location” make sure that it is selected under your name. (Should be by Default) than select “Choose this Location”

5. After Setting up the OneDrive Folder, One Drive will ask if it can Sync your Files into it. Select OK than Next

6. Continue Through the setup Process until the last page of the setup. Select “Open OneDrive Folder” this will show you where your OneDrive Folder is Located. (In Finder Under the Locations Tab)

7. Next press on the newly added OneDrive Symbol (looks like a cloud) in the menu bar located at the top of your screen, on the left of the battery and WIFI symbols.

8. Select the Cog than preferences to open up the settings

9. Select the Backup Tab and tick than select the “Manage Backup” button.

    

10. Select all available folders, than commence to “Start Back up”

     

11. The next prompt is a confirmation that your onedrive is now set up. You can now view your onedrive files from finder.

If any issues occur during the setup process please visit IT in the Business Centre.