Online-only files don’t take up space on your computer. The sync between your device and cloud storage is pending.Ī blue cloud icon indicates that the file is only available online. In File Explorer, navigate to sync'd OneDrive or SharePoint folder where you want to put the file.Īfter selecting that folder, on the toolbar, select Paste.Ī small status icon will appear to indicate the status of the sync to OneDrive or SharePoint: Select the file, then on the toolbar, select the Cut option. In File Explorer, locate the file you want to upload. When you sync your OneDrive or a SharePoint library to your device, you can upload a file from within File Explorer: Upload a file to SharePoint or OneDrive within File Explorer You should see your files appear in the Document library. The library should display 'Drop here' when you hover the file over it. Navigate to the folder with the documents that you want to upload.ĭrag the files to the space in the SharePoint library where it says drag files here. On your computer select Start and then type File Explorer. Open the OneDrive or SharePoint site library. If you don’t see the option to drag and drop files, you may need to update your copy of Office to the modern version. Drag and drop works best with the new Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. For other browsers, you can use the Upload command as an alternative method.
