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This morning it is fixed for me (no idea what is changed)
OneDrive shared folders always open in webbrowser instead of windows explorer
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Since this morning, folders that are shared with me in OneDrive are always opened in the web browser.
Previously, these same shared folders always opened in Windows Explorer.
The fact that the files are only available in the web browser leads to a strong reduction in functionality and is problematic. I saved diles to the folder and different programs on my local pc call these files.
I followed the steps in the procedure:
Add and sync shared folders to OneDrive for home
I have performed the steps:
Unlink and re-link OneDrive
None of which helped or solved the issue.
This issue appears to have started after installation of the new OneDrive version Build 25.015.0126.0002 (64-bit)
A quick fix for this feature bug is appreciated!
Microsoft 365 and Office | OneDrive | For home | Windows
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Anonymous
2025-04-20T06:22:45+00:00 -
Anonymous
2025-04-15T12:32:19+00:00 Hi all, I'm now also having this issue. Windows 11 Pro, Version 24H2. Folders were fine yesterday, but now on my main PC, they open as links to the website browser. Microsoft, any answers?
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Anonymous
2025-04-14T23:41:35+00:00 DOING THE SAME THING FOR ME! Has completely changed my daily tasks and productivity. I hope they fix ASAP!
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Anonymous
2025-04-12T01:31:52+00:00 I have same issue. Is there any update on the issue?
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Anonymous
2025-04-11T14:22:43+00:00 I have an old computer on Win10 where the shared folder still works normally, but my daily Win11 laptop opens the weblink url. Guessing it's yet another Win11 bug.
Edit:
Actually, it broke after re-syncing.
However, if I share the OneDrive folder with another one of my Live accounts, it will open normally in Explorer, BUT, you can't have two Personal OneDrive accounts in the same instance of Windows. I might just have to use two accounts on my computer to access the shared folder.