To stop OneDrive from starting with Windows, right click the OneDrive icon in the taskbar or in the sidebar in Explorer and select Settings. However, for various reasons you might want to pause or stop OneDrive syncing. OneDrive automatically starts with Windows and syncing with your online storage space is automatic. It is free too, at least for a few gigabytes. Let’s take a look at the options and features for syncing using Microsoft OneDrive, after all it comes bundled with Windows and there no software to install. At one time we had to transfer files between computers on floppy disks and if you are old enough to remember them, you will probably agree that they were a pain and prone to failure.Īutomatic syncing of files between computers and online storage is so much more convenient and reliable. There are many online drives and Google Drive, Dropbox, Box and others can all sync files and folders between your computers and your online storage space. OneDrive is part of Windows 10 and it probably is not something you think about, but dig down into the settings and features and you will find some gems.

Set onedrive sync settings