How to Backup the SharePoint Files
- George Apostolov
How to Backup the SharePoint Files: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and click the library that contains the files you wish to back up.
Browse the library and find the folder you want to back up.
After that, hover your mouse cursor over it and tap the 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive' button.
After completing these steps, the selected SharePoint folder will be backed up to OneDrive.
Quick answer: To back up SharePoint files, go to your SharePoint site's main dashboard, select the library from the left-side panel, and locate the desired folder. Hover over the folder, click the Add Shortcut to OneDrive button, and the selected folder will be successfully backed up to OneDrive.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Protect your SharePoint files by easily creating a backup to your OneDrive storage with a few simple steps from your site dashboard. This guide shows how to backup the SharePoint Files in 4 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected SharePoint folder will be backed up to OneDrive". 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 backup the SharePoint Files?
4 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 Change the SharePoint Site Name, How to Check the SharePoint Permissions of the Selected Users and How to Color-Code the SharePoint Calendar. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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