SharePoint Document Issues

How to Open SharePoint Links in the OneDrive Mobile App

Olivia Miller Oct 9, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user wants to force SharePoint document links to open directly within the installed OneDrive mobile app rather than defaulting to the tablet's web browser.

How to Open a SharePoint Link in the OneDrive Mobile App

Product: OneDrive and SharePoint
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Clicking on a shared SharePoint link on a mobile device or tablet to view a document.
Observed behavior: The SharePoint link opens in the device's web browser instead of automatically redirecting to the installed OneDrive mobile app, even when supported link settings are enabled.

Before you start

Ensure that your OneDrive mobile app is updated to the latest version and that you are signed in with the Microsoft account that has permission to access the SharePoint site.

Solution 1Recommended

Access SharePoint Files Directly Through the OneDrive App

Because SharePoint links are natively browser-based, the most reliable way to view them in the app is to navigate to the files directly within the OneDrive interface.

SharePoint is fundamentally a web-based platform. By design, its URLs are processed by web browsers, and the OneDrive app does not universally intercept or redirect these URLs. Instead of clicking the link, you can access the exact same files by opening your connected SharePoint libraries inside the OneDrive app.

Launch OneDrive

Open the OneDrive mobile app on your tablet or smartphone.

Navigate to Libraries

Tap on the 'Libraries' or 'Shared' tab located on the bottom navigation bar of the app.

Locate the SharePoint Site

Select the specific SharePoint site you are trying to access. From here, you can browse the folders and open the target document directly within the app.

Access SharePoint Files Directly Through the OneDrive App

Expected Behavior: Opening SharePoint links in a browser is the default behavior intended by Microsoft. Navigating through the app avoids the web redirection entirely.

Solution 2

Verify Device Link-Handling Settings

Check your tablet's default app settings to ensure the OneDrive app is authorized to open supported Microsoft URLs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do SharePoint links always open in my tablet's web browser?

SharePoint is primarily a web-based platform. By default, its URLs are designed to be processed by a web browser, and the OneDrive mobile app is not configured to automatically intercept all SharePoint links.

Can I force all SharePoint links to open in the OneDrive app?

Not universally. While you can configure your device's 'Supported links' settings to prefer the OneDrive app for certain Microsoft URLs, many SharePoint-specific links will still default to the browser due to Microsoft's routing configurations.

How do I find my SharePoint files inside the OneDrive mobile app?

Open the OneDrive mobile app, tap the 'Libraries' tab (often represented by a building icon) at the bottom, and select the relevant SharePoint site to browse and open its files natively.

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