Documents showing in recent when not opened

Anonymous
2023-11-08T23:08:54+00:00

I have noticed that every time I open file explorer, the recent list shows a random 10 documents which are stored on onedrive that I haven't accessed (on this or any other device). I am the only one with access to the device and the onedrive folder.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-06-03T19:13:34+00:00

    I am replying to this thread as well. Unchecking "Show files from Office.com" has seemingly resolved the issues with my "Recent Files" selection. I was also dealing with the absurd bug of files from years ago populating my "Recent Files" section. Thank you for sharing this workaround!

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-02-10T15:01:45+00:00

    Hi Rebecca,

    I do not think its just "compare and sync between your computer and the cloud storage." As that function does not view the files, and that function has been around for number of years.
    Could it be that MS, maybe using a AI to crawl through the files for relevant information which it can use to help with "Recommended files", or worse still to train it AI models. I know, this sound "conspiracy theory" and probably not a good ideal to talk about it on the MS platform!!! :0
    I am fan of MS and AI, so not trying to stir, but would be nice to get some better information on this.

    p.s good work markz&

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-01-14T14:55:05+00:00

    Still an issue 01/14 we started this chat on 11/12 so 2 months and no change. Please respond WHO IS ACCESSING OUR FILES?!?!?!?!?!? we at least should get to know who is doing it.

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-12-06T20:45:45+00:00

    Thank you! Turning off that option fixed it for me as well. I can actually use the Recent list again!

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  5. Anonymous
    2023-11-25T14:18:33+00:00

    Please see attached

    One Drive Version Build 23.226.1031.0003 (64 bit)

    Windows 11 Version 22H2

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