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OneDrive - Enabling Files On-Demand

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Summery

The OneDrive Files On-Demand features allows you to initially synchronize only the list of files  available in a synchronized SharePoint or Teams site, and OneDrive will automatically download files on-demand when you attempt to access them.

This document walks you through how to enable this feature on Windows.

Prerequisites

Microsoft OneDrive needs to be installed and running on your device, and authenticated with your Fullerton College FCNet  credentials.

Instructions

1. Confirm that Microsoft OneDrive is running on your  computer by looking for the blue cloud icon on your task bar.

2. If the OneDrive icon is not present, you can start Microsoft  OneDrive you can start OneDrive via the Windows Menu or  by searching for it on the Windows Toolbar.

3. Confirm that OneDrive is running with your Fullerton College  FCNet Credentials:

a. Click on the blue cloud icon

b. Click on “Help & Settings”

c. You should see “Fullerton College folder” mentioned at the top of the menu.

If you do not see Fullerton College mentioned, then  OneDrive is not currently connected to your  Fullerton College account. Contact the Academic  Computing Technologies Help Desk for assistance  in connecting OneDrive with your FCNet account.

4. Click on Settings.

5. You can confirm the specific account that is being used by  clicking on the Accounts tab.

6. Go to the Sync and Backup tab.

7. Click on advance Settings > Confirm that the check box for “Files On-Demand” is selected.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND SUPPORT:

OneDrive should now use the Files On-Demand feature when synchronizing the contents of your SharePoint and Teams document  libraries.

If you encountered any difficulties while following these directions, if you have any questions, or would like additional information,  please Contact Academic Computing Technologies (ACT) Help Desk

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