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How to disable OneDrive and stop it from coming up when I use SAVE As
If you have uninstalled OneDrive but it’s still showing up as an option when you use the "Save As" dialog, it's likely because OneDrive integration with Windows is still active, and the uninstallation didn't fully remove all components. To completely disable OneDrive and remove it from the "Save As" options, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Disable OneDrive Integration
- Press Win + R: This will open the Run dialog.
- Type "gpedit.msc" and press Enter: This will open the Group Policy Editor.
- Navigate to "Computer Configuration" > "Administrative Templates" > "Windows Components" > "OneDrive".
- Find the policy called "Prevent the usage of OneDrive for file storage".
- Double-click on the policy to open its properties.
- Select "Enabled" to disable OneDrive integration.
- Click "Apply" and then "OK".
Method 2: Modify the Windows Registry
- Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
- Type "regedit" and press Enter to open the Windows Registry Editor.
- Navigate to "HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}".
- Right-click on this key and choose "Export". Save it to your computer as a backup.
- Delete the key (folder) "{018D5C66-4533-4307-9B53-224DE2ED1FE6}".
- Restart your computer.
After performing either of these methods, OneDrive should no longer appear in the "Save As" dialog or any file dialog in Windows.
Please note that editing the Windows Registry and Group Policy can be sensitive operations, and making incorrect changes can affect your system. Make sure to follow the steps carefully, and it is a good practice to back up your system or registry before making any changes. If you are not comfortable with these steps, you may want to seek assistance from someone with more experience in managing Windows settings. The proposed solutions are untested. The text and steps were edited with the help of AI.
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I tried your Method 1: explanation below and an error message popped up that Windows could not find gpedit.msc. Make sure you typed the correct name, and then try again. My backstory is I can NOT find my OneDrive account anywhere, nor do I recall installing it ever. I have an old free version of hotmail, now outlook email account. My OneDrive is full, and I am no longer able to receive/send emails. My regular mailbox has plenty of space. I have searched the Settings on my computer - Apps & features - and NO OneDrive or Microsoft OneDrive anywhere. I have searched my entire computer and found nothing! When I log into my email account, a message pops up that my account is full and to please delete files in my OneDrive. When I go to settings, there is no Account or Syncing & Backup option. I have tried everything and read through every post on the community help board. I really just want my email account back, as I feel Microsoft has been holding it hostage. There is no reason for me to pay to upgrade my storage as that has never been an issue for me, until this OneDrive issue. Any suggestions by you or anyone else would be greatly appreciated!!
Since I can't get any emails from my current hotmail account, please email responses to my new account at sewwht2 @ gmail dot com please.
Thanks in advance for your time and attention!
Sewwht2 Ditto.
the OneDrive virus, and its enablers, survives.I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing with OneDrive and your email account. Unfortunately, I cannot send emails, but I can offer some additional guidance to help you resolve the issue:
1. Finding and Unlinking OneDrive:
If you're unable to find OneDrive on your computer, you may try searching for it in the Start menu or File Explorer. If it's not there, it might not be installed.
To unlink your computer from OneDrive, you can try reinstalling it, then follow the steps you mentioned earlier to unlink your computer. After that, you can uninstall it again.
2. Checking OneDrive Status Online:
Go to the OneDrive website (https://onedrive.live.com) and log in with your Microsoft account credentials.
Check if you can find your OneDrive files and manage your account settings from there.
3. Managing Email Storage:
To address the issue of your email account being full due to OneDrive, consider deleting unnecessary files from your OneDrive storage through the web interface.
Ensure that your email account is not set to automatically save attachments to OneDrive.
4. Contacting Microsoft Support:
If you're still experiencing issues, consider reaching out to Microsoft Support for assistance. They can provide specific guidance tailored to your account and may help resolve the problem.
5. Upgrading Email Storage:
If the issue persists and you're unable to resolve it with the free storage provided, you might need to consider upgrading your OneDrive storage or contacting Microsoft Support for assistance in resolving the storage-related issues affecting your email account.
Remember to back up important data before making any changes to your system or account settings. If you continue to face challenges, Microsoft Support will be the most reliable resource for resolving account-specific issues.
