Microsoft OneDrive, a key component of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, has evolved significantly since its debut as a cloud storage provider.

Today, OneDrive not only stores and protects users' files, but also enables collaboration and file sharing, becoming an essential tool for people and organizations around the world . OneDrive manages trillions of files every day, with nearly 2 billion new files added daily. To meet growing user needs, OneDrive is adapting to offer new file views, authoring tools, management controls, and Copilot , which helps you quickly search, organize, and extract information from your files. These new experiences aren't limited to OneDrive; they are also rolled out to Teams and Outlook to ensure a consistent and rich file experience across Microsoft 365 .

The new generation of OneDrive makes it easier to return to all the files a user has created, as well as those that have been shared with him. Finding the files you need is now easier than ever thanks to a range of features already available to OneDrive users at work and school . The OneDrive home page has been redesigned to help users quickly find their files, no matter where they are in the organization. The "For You" section on the OneDrive home page uses AI-powered file recommendations to deliver the files you need at the right time. Meetings view shows upcoming and past meetings along with recordings and shared files. Regardless of whether these files were shared in a chat or in a meeting request, they are all located here. The people view allows you to organize files according to the people you work with, which is crucial when looking for the right file. All files that have been shared with a user, regardless of how they were shared or who shared them, now appear in the shared view.

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The introduction of Copilot to OneDrive is another step towards increasing interactivity and efficiency of working with files. Copilot in OneDrive, which is scheduled to be launched at the end of April, will help users quickly find information, organize files and extract data from them. This new tool aims to make file management easier and more productive, especially as the number of files and data users work with grows. The new OneDrive app for Microsoft Teams, which will replace the generic Files app in Teams, is already rolling out to customers around the world, demonstrating OneDrive's continued growth and integration with other Microsoft 365 .

The most important features of Microsoft OneDrive

Access files from different devices: OneDrive allows you to access your files from any device, giving you convenience and flexibility in managing your data.
Collaboration with other users: The ability to share documents, photos and videos with other users is one of the key features that facilitates teamwork.
Backup: OneDrive offers the option to back up your files, which increases data security and protects against data loss.
Microsoft 365 integration: Users can collaborate on documents in real time, which is especially useful in a business environment.
Personal Vault: Additional security for important files that can be protected with strong authentication methods or two-factor authentication.
Scanning documents to the cloud: This feature allows you to scan and save documents directly to the cloud, which is convenient and time-saving.
Applications for various platforms: OneDrive has applications for Windows, MacOS, Android and iOS, which ensures wide compatibility and availability of the service.
Offline Access: Ability to access files even without an Internet connection, which is useful when traveling or in places without network access.
Automatic sync: OneDrive automatically syncs new files between devices to keep your data up to date.
Protection and backup: OneDrive helps protect your files from unexpected events and allows you to easily restore your data.

Microsoft OneDrive available in Microsoft 365 plans

Microsoft OneDrive is an integral part of the Microsoft 365 , offering users a secure place to store, share and collaborate on documents. Depending on the plan chosen, users can enjoy different levels of storage, starting from 100 GB in the Basic plan, up to 6 TB (1 TB per person) in the Family plan. Additionally, Microsoft 365 plans include access to office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as advanced security features and technical support. OneDrive is available not only as part of a Microsoft 365 subscription, but also as a standalone plan, which allows users to flexibly tailor the service to their needs.

Why choose Microsoft OneDrive?

OneDrive is constantly evolving to meet the rapidly changing work landscape and user needs. From simple file storage to advanced collaboration and file management tools, OneDrive is becoming an increasingly essential tool for everyday work and study. With new features like Copilot and improved file views, users can expect an even more intuitive and efficient OneDrive experience in the future.