How do I resume syncing?

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Jill Farr 0

I cannot access my files because my syncing is paused. How can I resume syncing?

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Answer 1

EmilyS726 279.7K Independent Advisor

Do you have OneDrive app installed and running? If so on the lower right of the taskbar, right click on the cloud icon and go to resume sync option.

Dot23 0 Reputation points

2026-11-11T06:02:05.8266667+00:00

There's no 'Resume Sync' option. It's just disappeared for no absolutely no reason. The problem is, quite simply, Microsoft.
Stefan Blom 357.4K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator

2026-11-11T20:56:07.32+00:00

@Dot23

Since the suggestions here haven't helped, please start your own thread. Use the Ask a question link. Good luck.

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Answer 2

Stefan Blom 357.4K MVP Volunteer Moderator

Do you see an error message or a warning of some type?

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Answer 3

To resume syncing in OneDrive:

Select the paused OneDrive cloud icon in the notification area on the taskbar.
In the activity center, select Resume syncing.

If the icon is not visible:

Select Show hidden icons in the notification tray.
If OneDrive still does not appear, open Start, type OneDrive, and select OneDrive.

For OneDrive for work or school:

Select or right-click the OneDrive for work or school icon in the Windows notification area.
Select Resume syncing.

Useful notes:

Syncing also resumes automatically when the selected pause time ends.
A paused OneDrive icon shows a paused symbol.
If OneDrive has been stuck on Processing changes for a long time, pausing and resuming can help.

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