How to Fix OneDrive Android Widget Losing Folder Names
Question details
Users are encountering an issue where pinned OneDrive folder widgets on Android home screens lose their custom folder names, reverting to the default 'OneDrive' label.
- Product
- Microsoft OneDrive (Android)
- Device & OS
- Android (Samsung One UI)
- Scenario
- Using the OneDrive widget on an Android home screen to quickly access specific pinned cloud folders.
- Observed behavior
- The widget initially displays the correct folder name, but after a phone restart or a few days of use, the text label reverts to the generic 'OneDrive' name.
Ensure your OneDrive application and your device's Android launcher (such as Samsung One UI Home) are updated to their latest versions, as this is primarily a launcher compatibility bug.
Re-add the OneDrive Folder Widget
Removing and recreating the widget on your home screen is the fastest immediate workaround to restore the correct folder label.
Because the Android launcher occasionally loses the dynamic shortcut label cached by the app, manually resetting the widget forces the launcher to retrieve the correct folder name again.
Long-press the affected OneDrive widget on your home screen and select 'Remove' or drag it to the trash bin icon.
Long-press any empty space on your Android home screen and tap the 'Widgets' button.
Scroll down to find OneDrive, select the folder widget, and pin your desired cloud folder back to the home screen.
Test with an Alternative Android Launcher
Switching to a different launcher can prevent the bug from recurring, as the issue is heavily tied to specific default launchers like Samsung's One UI.
Report the Bug with Device Details
Since this is a recognized compatibility issue between OneDrive and certain device launchers, filing a detailed report helps developers release a permanent patch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the OneDrive widget keep changing its name on my Android phone?
This is a known compatibility bug between the OneDrive app and certain Android launchers (like Samsung's One UI). The launcher fails to retain the app's dynamic folder label after a system restart or clearing the cache, causing it to revert to the default app name.
Will reinstalling the OneDrive app permanently fix the widget label bug?
No, reinstalling the app might temporarily reset the widgets, but the issue is likely to return after a few days or upon rebooting your phone, as the underlying cause lies in how the launcher handles widget data.
Does this issue happen if I put the widgets inside a home screen folder?
Yes, users have reported that the widget labels revert to 'OneDrive' even when they are organized into separate home screen folders or placed on isolated home screen pages.
Where can I check my Samsung One UI version to include in my bug report?
Go to your device's Settings, scroll down and select 'About phone', tap on 'Software information', and you will find the 'One UI version' listed at the top of the screen.
