How to Access OneDrive on Your Phone

OneDrive on Your Phone

The OneDrive app lets you access your work files anywhere.

Installing OneDrive

iPhone

• Open the App Store
• Search for "OneDrive"
• Tap Get to download

Android

• Open Google Play Store
• Search for "Microsoft OneDrive"
• Tap Install

Signing In

• Open the OneDrive app
• Tap Sign in
• Enter your work email
• Enter your password
• Complete any security verification

Viewing Files

Browse Your Files

• Tap Files at the bottom
• Navigate through your folders
• Tap any file to open it

Recent Files

Tap Recent to see files you recently accessed.

Shared With Me

Tap Shared to see files others have shared with you.

Opening Different File Types

• Documents - Open in Word, Excel, or PowerPoint apps
• PDFs - View directly in OneDrive
• Images - View in OneDrive
• Videos - Play in OneDrive

Tip: Install Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps for full editing capabilities.

Downloading for Offline Access

To access files without internet:

• Find the file
• Tap the three dots (...) next to it
• Tap Make available offline

Offline files show a circle icon.

Uploading Files

From Camera

• Tap + button
• Tap Take a photo
• Capture and save

From Phone Storage

• Tap + button
• Tap Upload
• Browse and select files

Camera Upload

Enable automatic photo backup:

• Tap your profile picture
• Tap Settings
• Tap Camera upload
• Toggle on

Sharing Files

• Tap the three dots (...) next to a file
• Tap Share
• Choose how to share:

- Copy link - Send via email - Open in another app

Tips

Save mobile data:

• Download files on WiFi before travelling
• Disable camera upload on mobile data

Manage storage:

• Remove offline files you no longer need
• Clear cache in settings if low on space

Security:

• Enable PIN or biometric lock in OneDrive settings
• Don't leave the app open when not using

Need Help?

For OneDrive mobile help, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.