How to Connect a SharePoint Folder to OneDrive
- George Apostolov
How to Connect a SharePoint Folder to OneDrive: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and select the library that contains the folder you want to integrate.
After that, hover your mouse cursor over the folder and click the 'More Actions' button.
Select 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive' from the list of options.
After completing these steps, the selected SharePoint folder will be connected and added to your OneDrive.
Quick answer: To connect a SharePoint folder to OneDrive, navigate to your SharePoint site dashboard, select the library from the left-side panel, and hover over the desired folder. Click 'More Actions', then choose 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive' to successfully integrate and add the selected folder.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Integrate your SharePoint folders into OneDrive by selecting the library, opening folder actions, and adding a shortcut directly to your drive. This guide shows how to connect a SharePoint Folder to OneDrive 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 connected and adde...". 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 connect a SharePoint Folder to OneDrive?
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 Connect a SharePoint List to Excel, How to Connect a SharePoint List to Power Apps and How to Connect a SharePoint List to Power Automate. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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