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Does Office 2021 Support OneDrive and Android Synchronization?
Question details
The user is evaluating Office Professional Plus 2021 and wants to know if they can still sync files to free OneDrive storage and access them on Android devices and web apps.
- Product
- Microsoft Office 2021
- Device & OS
- Windows, Android
- Scenario
- Determining cloud storage capabilities and mobile accessibility before purchasing a standalone Office 2021 license.
- Observed behavior
- Seeking confirmation on whether standalone Office 2021 licenses integrate with free Microsoft account cloud storage and mobile applications.
Ensure you have an active Microsoft account, as you will need to sign in to access the free 5GB of OneDrive cloud storage for synchronization.
Syncing Office 2021 Files via Free OneDrive Storage
Although Office 2021 doesn't include premium cloud storage, it natively supports syncing files using your free Microsoft account.
Office Professional Plus 2021 is a one-time purchase standalone license. While it does not come with the 1TB of OneDrive storage that is included in a Microsoft 365 subscription, it fully integrates with the standard free OneDrive storage provided with every Microsoft account.
You can continue to save files to OneDrive directly from your desktop applications and seamlessly access them across your other devices, including Android phones and web browsers.
Open any Office 2021 application (like Word or Excel) on your PC and sign in using your Microsoft account credentials.
Click on 'File' in the top-left corner, select 'Save As', and choose your connected 'OneDrive - Personal' account as the save location.
Since Office 2021 cannot be installed directly on mobile devices, download the free 'Microsoft 365 (Office)' app from the Google Play Store on your Android device and sign in with the same Microsoft account to view and edit your synced files.
Try WPS Office for Seamless Cross-Device Synchronization
Before investing in a standalone Office 2021 license, consider WPS Office. It provides robust cloud synchronization, allowing you to access, edit, and save your documents natively across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android without needing to switch between different mobile and desktop app ecosystems.
- 1. Download and Install WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website to download the free office suite for your PC or Mac, and get the mobile app from the Google Play Store.
- 2. Sign In for Cloud Sync: Create or sign in to your WPS account on both your desktop and Android devices to enable WPS Cloud.
- 3. Save and Access Anywhere: Save your documents directly to WPS Cloud. Your files will instantly sync and be available for editing on your Android phone or any other connected device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install Office Professional Plus 2021 on my Android phone?
No, Office Professional Plus 2021 is a desktop-only license designed exclusively for Windows and Mac. To access and edit your files on an Android device, you must use the separate Microsoft 365 mobile app.
Do I have to pay for OneDrive to sync my Office 2021 files?
No, a paid subscription is not required. Every free Microsoft account includes 5GB of OneDrive cloud storage, which is fully compatible with Office 2021 for saving and syncing documents.
Will my Office 2021 documents lose formatting when opened in the web app?
Documents saved to OneDrive from Office 2021 generally retain their formatting when opened in Microsoft 365 web apps. However, some advanced desktop-only features or complex macros may not function or display correctly in the browser version.
