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Can You Disable the For You Section in OneDrive for Android?
Question details
The user is looking for a way to remove or turn off the 'For You' section in the OneDrive mobile app for Android, which automatically recommends photos, videos, and documents.
- Product
- OneDrive
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Navigating the Home tab in the OneDrive app and encountering unwanted media and document recommendations.
- Observed behavior
- The app displays a 'For You' section by default, and there is no visible setting within the Android application to hide or disable it.
Ensure your OneDrive app is updated to the latest version, as Microsoft occasionally rolls out new interface settings that may provide more layout control in the future.
Acknowledge App Limitations and Submit Feedback
Currently, Microsoft does not provide a built-in toggle to disable the 'For You' section on the Android app, but you can request this feature directly from the developers.
The 'For You' section is designed by Microsoft to surface memories and recent files automatically. Unfortunately, unlike the web version where some layout customizations exist, the Android mobile application strictly enforces this view without a dedicated setting to turn off these recommendations.
Launch the OneDrive application on your Android device.
Tap on your profile picture or the 'Me' tab located at the bottom right of the screen, then select 'Help and feedback'.
Choose the option to send feedback or report a problem. Clearly state your request to add a toggle to disable the 'For You' section on the Home screen.
Use the Files Tab as Your Default View
Since you cannot remove the 'For You' section from the Home screen, navigating directly to your folder directory bypasses unwanted recommendations.
Enjoy a Clutter-Free File Management Experience with WPS Office
If intrusive app features and a lack of customization in other cloud drives frustrate you, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a clean, user-friendly interface for managing, editing, and syncing all your documents without unwanted media recommendations.
- 1. Download and Install: Get WPS Office for free from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
- 2. Sign In for Cloud Access: Create a free account to access WPS Cloud for secure, strictly organized document storage.
- 3. Manage Files Without Distractions: Navigate to the 'Cloud' or 'Files' tab to view and edit your documents in a clean, straightforward folder structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will turning off 'On this day' memories on OneDrive Web remove the For You section on Android?
No. Any personalization or notification settings adjusted on the web version of OneDrive do not affect the Home screen layout or remove the 'For You' section on the Android app.
Can I downgrade to an older version of OneDrive without the For You section?
While you can technically install an older APK version of OneDrive for Android from third-party sites, it is highly discouraged due to security risks, lack of support, and potential synchronization failures.
Does the iOS version of OneDrive have a way to disable the For You section?
Similar to Android, the iOS OneDrive app currently lacks a built-in feature to completely disable the 'For You' recommendations on the Home tab.
