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How to Deploy OneDrive File Handlers for Multiple Products

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The user needs administrative guidance on registering and deploying OneDrive file handlers to allow users to open specific file types with external products using the Open with menu.

How to Deploy OneDrive File Handlers for Multiple Products

Product: OneDrive and SharePoint
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: An organization wants to integrate external applications with OneDrive and SharePoint to provide custom file-opening experiences for its users.
Observed behavior: Organizations require the proper endpoints and deployment steps to successfully register external applications across their Microsoft tenant.

Before you start

Ensure you have global administrator or application administrator privileges in your Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) tenant to register file-handler endpoints.

Solution 1Recommended

Register File-Handler Endpoints via Microsoft Entra ID

Use Microsoft Entra ID to configure and deploy custom file handlers for external products in OneDrive and SharePoint.

File-handler endpoint registration is an administrative task performed exclusively through Microsoft Entra ID. Because organizational environments differ in tenant scope, target users, and SharePoint integration requirements, specific configuration parameters will vary.

For complex deployments involving multiple products, Microsoft recommends consulting their specialized developer communities to ensure security and compliance.

Access Microsoft Entra ID

Log in to the Microsoft Entra admin center using your organization's administrator credentials to begin the application registration process.

Register the external product

Create a new app registration for each external product to generate the necessary Application (client) IDs and configure the required API permissions.

Configure the file handler manifest

Define the specific file extensions, actions, and application URLs in the file handler manifest to enable the 'Open with' experience in OneDrive and SharePoint.

Consult Microsoft Q&A for specific guidance

Post your exact deployment scenario in the Microsoft Q&A platform using the 'Microsoft Entra ID' and 'SharePoint Development' tags. Be sure to include details about the products, target users, tenant scope, and whether deep SharePoint integration is required.

Register File-Handler Endpoints via Microsoft Entra ID

Deployment Scope: Changes made to file handlers in Microsoft Entra ID may take up to 24 hours to propagate completely across all users in your OneDrive and SharePoint tenant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a OneDrive file handler?

A file handler is an extension that allows custom or third-party applications to integrate directly into the 'Open with' menu in OneDrive and SharePoint, enabling users to launch specific file types in those external products.

Do I need admin rights to deploy a file handler?

Yes, deploying and registering file handlers requires administrator access to Microsoft Entra ID in order to configure app registrations and grant the necessary tenant-wide permissions.

Where can I get help with complex SharePoint file integrations?

You can seek specialized developer assistance by posting your specific integration details on the Microsoft Q&A forum. Be sure to use the Microsoft Entra ID and SharePoint Development tags to reach the right experts.

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