How to: Check if OneDrive is Installed

Overview

This guide explains how to check if Microsoft OneDrive is installed on your computer. These steps apply to both Windows and macOS.

Instructions

For Windows

Method 1: Check the System Tray

1. Look at the bottom-right corner of your screen (next to the clock).
2. Find the OneDrive icon (a blue or white cloud).
   • If you see the icon: OneDrive is installed.
   • If you don’t see the icon: Continue to the next method.

Method 2: Search for OneDrive

1. Click the Start menu (Windows icon in the bottom-left corner).
2. Type OneDrive in the search bar.
3. If OneDrive appears in the search results, it is installed.
4. If it does not appear, OneDrive may not be installed.

Method 3: Check Installed Apps

1. Open Settings (Press Windows + I).
2. Click Apps > Installed apps (Windows 11) or Apps & features (Windows 10).
3. Scroll through the list or use the search bar to look for Microsoft OneDrive.
   • If you find OneDrive, it is installed.
   • If OneDrive is missing, it is not installed.

For macOS

Method 1: Check the Menu Bar

1. Look at the top-right corner of your screen (menu bar).
2. Find the OneDrive icon (a cloud symbol).
   • If you see it, OneDrive is installed.
   • If not, try the next method.

Method 2: Search for OneDrive

1. Click the Finder icon (blue face icon in the Dock).
2. Select Applications from the left panel.
3. Look for Microsoft OneDrive in the list.
   • If it appears, OneDrive is installed.
   • If not, it is not installed.

Additional Information

• If OneDrive is not installed, you can download it from the Microsoft OneDrive website.
• If you see OneDrive but it is not opening, try restarting your computer or reinstalling the app.