Microsoft brings offline mode to OneDrive for Web, improves loading time by 3x

It’s a web-only mode, accessible through a browser

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Published onApril 30, 2024

published onApril 30, 2024

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The latest in the series of improvements to Microsoft’s native cloud storage,OneDrive for Web, is an offline mode. This comes on the heels ofUI enhancements to OneDrive!

Last year, we reported thatMicrosoft was working on an offline mode forOneDrive. It’s now being rolled out toOneDrivework and school users globally.

In itsofficial blog post, Microsoft lists the following functions of offline mode inOneDrive for Web,

Any changes made in offline mode will be synced when you reconnect to the Internet.

Besides, evenOneDrive for Web‘soffline mode with an Internet connection comes with a series of improvements,

The latest changes also enhance OneDrive’sFiles On-Demand, a functionality critical to the cloud storage for both Windows and Mac users.

As for the performance improvements inOneDrive for Web, they are a direct result of leveraging the local cache. Microsoft explains it in the official blog post.

The offline mode forOneDrivedoesn’t kick in and has to be manually set up. You can do so by openingOneDrive for Weband following the on-screen instructions. Also, you will need the latestOneDrive syncapp.

Remember, the offline mode inOneDrive for Webis being gradually rolled out. So, everyone won’t get it at the same time!

In recent months, Microsoft has alsointegrated Copilot intoOneDrive for Web, and more AI-powered features are on the cards.

For those new to Microsoft’s cloud storage service, read ourcomprehensive guide on using OneDrive.

What’s your review of offline mode inOneDrive for Web? Share with our readers in the comments section.

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