One drive issues

To remove OneDrive and keep files back on the PC, use this order:

1. In OneDrive, make sure files are fully downloaded to the PC first.
   • Open OneDrive from the notification area.
   • Go to Sync and Backup > Advanced Settings.
   • Under Files On-Demand, use Download all files.
   • Wait until files are fully available locally.
2. Turn off folder backup.
   • In OneDrive settings, select Manage Backup.
   • Turn off the backed-up folders.
3. Unlink the PC from OneDrive.
   • Select the OneDrive cloud icon in the notification area.
   • Select Help and Settings > Settings.
   • Open the Account tab.
   • Select Unlink this PC > Unlink account.
4. Remove the local OneDrive app.
   • Go to Settings > Apps.
   • Find OneDrive and select Uninstall.
5. If files are still only in OneDrive folders, copy them to normal local folders outside the OneDrive folder.
   • For example, copy the contents from OneDrive\Documents into the local Documents folder.
   • Do not copy the entire OneDrive folder as one block.

Important:

• Unlinking or uninstalling OneDrive does not remove files from the cloud by itself.
• If the goal is to delete everything from OneDrive online too, that is a separate action and permanently removes all OneDrive files.
• Deleting files online keeps them deleted, so use caution.

If the PC folders were redirected into OneDrive and do not return to normal after unlinking, the supported guidance in the provided material is to first restore files locally, then unlink and uninstall OneDrive.

References:

• Permanently delete your entire OneDrive | Microsoft Support
• [Windows](https://support.microsoft.com/onedrive/unlink-and-re-link-onedrive)
• How do I get my Documents and Pictures folders back on my local disk from OneDrive? - Microsoft Q&A
• How do I remove my files from OneDrive, and restore them to my computer? - Microsoft Q&A
• How to I remove OneDrive and move all my info. back to my PC? - Microsoft Q&A