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How to Restore the OneDrive Folder in the Mac Finder Sidebar
Question details
The user needs to restore the missing OneDrive folder in the Mac Finder sidebar to save files directly to the cloud.
- Product
- OneDrive for Mac
- Device & OS
- macOS
- Scenario
- Trying to save a new file directly to OneDrive but the location is missing from the sidebar.
- Observed behavior
- The OneDrive folder does not appear under Finder Locations, preventing direct saves, although the application is installed and visible in the Applications folder.
Ensure that the OneDrive application is currently running on your Mac and that you are fully signed in to your Microsoft account.
Re-enable OneDrive in Finder Settings
Use this solution to restore the OneDrive shortcut by adjusting your Mac's Finder Sidebar preferences.
macOS allows users to customize which items appear in the Finder sidebar. Sometimes, system updates or accidental clicks can disable the OneDrive location. You can easily re-enable it through the Finder Settings menu.
Click the Finder icon in your Dock to open a new Finder window. In the top menu bar, click on 'Finder' and select 'Settings' (or 'Preferences' on older macOS versions).
In the Settings window that appears, click on the 'Sidebar' tab located at the top to view your sidebar customization options.
Scroll through the list under 'Locations' or 'Favorites' to find OneDrive. Click the checkbox next to OneDrive to ensure it is selected. Close the settings window and check your Finder sidebar.
Restart Mac and Update OneDrive
Use this approach if tweaking Finder settings does not bring the folder back, which indicates a potential app glitch.
Use WPS Office for Seamless Cloud File Management
If you are experiencing ongoing integration issues with Microsoft Office and your cloud drives on Mac, consider switching to WPS Office. It is a lightweight, fully compatible office suite that integrates effortlessly with multiple cloud storage providers without native OS conflicts.
- 1. Download and Install WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website to download the free Mac version and drag it to your Applications folder.
- 2. Connect Your Cloud Storage: Open WPS Office, navigate to the Cloud section, and log in to your preferred cloud drive to access files directly within the app.
- 3. Save Files Effortlessly: Create or edit a document and hit save; you can select your connected cloud storage as the default destination without relying on Finder sidebar shortcuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did my OneDrive folder disappear from the Mac Finder sidebar?
The OneDrive folder can disappear after a macOS system update, if Finder settings are accidentally altered, or if the OneDrive application crashes and stops running in the background.
Can I manually drag and drop the OneDrive folder back into the sidebar?
Yes. You can open a Finder window, navigate to your Mac's Home folder (or wherever your OneDrive folder is physically stored), click and hold the OneDrive folder, and drag it directly into the Favorites section of the Finder sidebar.
What should I do if OneDrive is completely missing from Finder Settings?
If OneDrive does not appear in Finder Settings at all, ensure the app is installed and actively running. You may need to open the Applications folder to launch it manually. If it fails to launch, try reinstalling the application from the Mac App Store.
Does this fix apply to saving files from Microsoft Word or Excel directly?
Yes. When you restore the OneDrive shortcut in the Finder sidebar, it will automatically reappear in the 'Save As' dialogue box across all your Mac applications, allowing you to save files directly to the cloud.
