Files save to OneDrive by default in Windows (2024)

While you can always choose where to save files that you create, your computer settings include default save locations for your Desktop, Documents, Pictures, Music & Video files.

The OneDriveapp built in to Windows synchronizes your files betweenyour computer andOneDrive so they're backed up, protected, and available on any device.

Tip:You canuse Files On-Demand to free up space or to make sure files or folders are always available on your device, even when you're offline.

Set where your files are saved

You can change your default save setting anytime.

• If you want to change where your files are saved by default, readback up your folders with OneDrive.

• If you want to move your entire OneDrive to a different location (e.g., an external drive), see Change the location of your OneDrive folder.

No matter which default setting you choose, you still can select the save location you want each time you save a file. When you click Save for new files or Save As for existing files, click OneDrive or This PC and then pick a folder to save your file to.

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