yesterday I was working to to remove all files from onedrive

Steven Parker Burns 0 Reputation points
2026-08-16T21:29:35.7033333+00:00

I want to upload an image of how far along I am. Please help me complete this action.

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  1. Xavier-D 11,970 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-08-18T06:48:10.27+00:00

    Hello Steven Parker Burns

    Since the AI response has already outlined the steps for removing the files from OneDrive.

    However, could you clarify what you mean by “upload an image to this application” and “upload where I am in the process”?

    Are you trying to attach a screenshot to your reply here so we can see which step you have reached, or are you trying to upload an image file to OneDrive?

    Once you clarify what you are trying to upload and where, so I can provide the appropriate guidance.

    Please feel free to reply back to this post, I'll be happy to help.

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  2. Steven Parker Burns 0 Reputation points
    2026-08-16T21:43:15.3033333+00:00

    can I upload an image to this application?

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  3. AI answer

    2026-08-16T21:29:46.9+00:00

    To finish removing all files from OneDrive, use this sequence carefully.

    1. Stop sync first so deleted files do not come back:
      • Right-click the OneDrive cloud icon in the taskbar.
      • Select Settings.
      • Go to Accounts.
      • Select Unlink this PC.
    2. Delete the files from OneDrive on the web:
      • Sign in to onedrive.com.
      • Open My Files.
      • Select the tick box at the top of the file list to select files.
      • Uncheck any shared folders and your personal vault.
      • Select Delete.
      • If shared folders appear as shortcuts, select them and choose Remove shortcut.
    3. Permanently remove them from the cloud:
      • Open the OneDrive Recycle bin.
      • Select Empty Recycle bin.
      • Confirm with Yes.
    4. Remove the local OneDrive folder from the PC if no files are needed there:
      • Open File Explorer.
      • Right-click the OneDrive folder.
      • Select Delete.
    5. Optional: uninstall OneDrive from Windows:
      • Go to Settings > Apps > OneDrive > Uninstall.

    Important:

    • This permanently removes all OneDrive files.
    • If files were shared with other people, deleting them makes that content unavailable to them.
    • Files deleted from the OneDrive recycle bin cannot be recovered.
    • There can be a short delay before freed storage appears in the account.

    An image is not needed to complete the remaining steps because the documented process above is the supported path.

    AI-generated content may be incorrect. Read our transparency notes for more information.

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