Top 9 Ways to Solve OneDrive Problems That Can’t Download Files

What are the benefits of cloud storage services if you can’t download and access files when you need them? Saving all files locally also causes storage issues. Cloud storage saves space and makes online collaboration easier and more enjoyable. Other users have reported that the file started downloading from OneDrive, but then the process ends prematurely. This is even more frustrating, especially if you are downloading large files.

Find out what we can do to improve the situation.

1. Another device or browser

This is like a temporary fix that gives you quick access to that very important file. Troubleshooting can be time consuming, not to mention frustrating. Download the file using your desktop computer or smartphone.You can also try OneDrive web app Download the file in another browser.

2. General problems

If you’ve done some preliminary troubleshooting, you can take a quick look at the points.

• Check your internet connection to make sure it is stable and fast.
• Microsoft OneDrive Facing a stop Or is down.
• Restart your computer and restart all the processes related to OneDrive.

3. Battery saver mode

By default, the OneDrive app is set to pause syncing when your computer is in battery saver mode. If the battery is low, connect it to a power source and check again. Read the following points for configuration details.

4. OneDrive settings

Is the sync option turned on and is it working properly?

step 1: Right-click on the OneDrive icon in the system tray[設定]Choose.

Step 2: If necessary,[設定]Go to the tab and uncheck the Pay-As-You-Go and Battery Saver Mode options.

Step 3: [ネットワーク]Check the tabs to make sure your upload and download speeds are not limited or limited.

We also recommend that you stop and restart OneDrive sync from the right-click menu.

5. Command prompt

With this solution, the data in your local app may be corrupted, so the first command resets OneDrive. The second is to update the OneDrive app to the latest version.

step 1: [スタート]From the menu, search for and open a command prompt with administrator privileges.

Step 2: Run the first command and wait 2 minutes.

%localappdata%MicrosoftOneDriveonedrive.exe /reset

Then run the second command.

%localappdata%MicrosoftOneDriveupdate

6. File permissions

Do you have permission to download and access the file in question? If you are the creator of the file, do so. However, if the file is shared, it’s a good idea to check with your administrator first. It may have been intentionally revoked or a bug. Ask them to reshare the file and make sure everything is fine.

7. Re-upload the file

Upload the file again, or ask someone else to upload it if you don’t have it. The file may be corrupted or not completely uploaded. It’s a good idea to rename the file before re-uploading to make sure there are no conflicts or overwrite issues.

8. Troubleshooting Windows

Thankfully, Windows has a built-in troubleshooting program that can help you fix the most common problems with just a few clicks. Here’s how to summon and use it.

step 1: Press the Windows key + I shortcut,[設定]And open the search[Windowsストアアプリの問題の検索と修正]Open the link.

Step 2: In the next popup[修復を自動的に適用する]Make sure that is turned on[次へ]Click.

Then follow the onscreen instructions to see if your system can detect and fix problems that you can’t download from OneDrive.

9. Unlink OneDrive

This procedure doesn’t delete the files in your OneDrive folder on your computer or in the cloud.

step 1: Reopen your OneDrive settings from the system tray.

Step 2: [アカウント]On the tab[このPCのリンクを解除]Choose.

Then follow the instructions on the screen.

Step 3: When you reopen the OneDrive app, you’ll be prompted to sign in with your Microsoft account. Follow the steps that follow to select the same folder location as before and quickly resync everything.

Download life

I’m using OneDrive and Google Drive. You can ask your friends and colleagues to re-upload the file with either option. Most people have Google and Microsoft accounts anyway. You can also use OneDrive’s personal vault feature. This is very cool and essential. Another advantage is for free users who get additional storage using two cloud storage services instead of one. How do you handle free storage? Share your experience in the comments.