How to check storage usage in OneDrive

This article provides step-by-step instructions on checking your storage usage in OneDrive to manage your files and avoid running out of space.

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Applicable to: Fort Collins, Pueblo, Spur, System
Affiliation:Students, Faculty, Staff, Guests

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Prerequisites

Ensure you have access to a Microsoft account and are signed into OneDrive.

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Steps to check OneDrive storage usage

1. Open your preferred web browser and navigate to OneDrive.
2. Enter your NetID account credentials to sign in.
3. Access OneDrive settings:
   • Click the Settings gear icon in the top right corner of the page.
   • Select OneDrive Settings from the drop-down menu.
   • From the left column if the Settings page, select More Settings.
   • Under Features and Storage Select Storage Metrics.
   • Review the breakdown of storage usage, including total storage used, available storage, and individual file sizes.
     

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Additional tips

• Organize Files: Regularly organize and clean up your OneDrive to maximize available space.
• Empty the Recycle Bin: The values in the table might take a few minutes to update and do not include content in the recycle bin. If the free space shown in the upper right is lower than you expect, empty the recycle bin.
• Separation of Work and Personal Files: Maintain a clear separation between personal files and university work to prevent clutter and ensure important documents are easy to find.

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Troubleshooting

• Storage Not Updating: If storage usage doesn’t update, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache.
• Sync Issues: Ensure the OneDrive app is updated if you face syncing issues affecting storage calculations.

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Outcome

After following these steps, you can view and manage your OneDrive storage, ensuring you don’t run out of space unexpectedly.