How to Add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer
- George Apostolov
How to Add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and select a library.
Hover your mouse cursor over the folder you wish to add and then tap the 'More Actions' button.
Subsequently, choose 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive' from the list of options.
On File Explorer's main dashboard, go to the left-side panel and select the OneDrive folder.
Finally, browse the content and locate the SharePoint folder from available options.
Quick answer: To add a SharePoint folder to File Explorer, select a library from the SharePoint site panel, click 'More Actions' on the desired folder, and choose 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive'. Next, open the OneDrive folder in File Explorer to browse and locate your SharePoint folder.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Access your SharePoint folders directly from File Explorer by adding shortcuts through OneDrive for quick browsing. This guide shows how to add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer in 5 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and..." and finishing with "Finally, browse the content and locate the SharePoint folder from available options". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Add a SharePoint Page to the Teams Channel, How to Add an Image to a SharePoint Page and How to Add Microsoft Planner to SharePoint. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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