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Cloud storage is a type of online storage that allows you to store data and access it from any device connected to the internet. This can be useful for backing up files, collaborating on projects, accessing important documents while you’re away from home or work, and more.
There are a variety of cloud storage options available, including Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. Each one offers different features and levels of security, so it’s important to choose the right option based on your specific needs. To ensure your cloud files are always within reach, you can integrate your cloud storage into File Explorer on both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This gives easy access to anything in your cloud drive so you can quickly open and edit your files and share them with others.
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How to Add OneDrive to File Explorer
OneDrive is one of the most popular cloud-storage services amongst Windows users as it provides great storage options and seamless integration with the operating system.
If you want to pin your OneDrive storage to File Explorer, follow these steps:
- To launch OneDrive, begin by entering “OneDrive” into the Start search box. Once it appears in the results, select it to open.
- If you already have a OneDrive account, simply enter the associated email address and click “Sign in.” Once you’ve signed in with your password. If not, no worries – just follow the prompts to create an account.
- Select your OneDrive folder by following the on-screen instructions. If you’ve logged in to OneDrive on your computer before, there’s a chance that you have an existing OneDrive folder; if so, simply click “Use this folder” and continue.
How to Add Google Drive to File Explorer
Another popular cloud storage option is Google Drive. The free plan is perfect for individuals and small businesses, offering 15 GB of storage space.
To integrate it into File Explorer on your Windows device, follow these steps:
- Before you get started, make sure to download the Google Drive desktop app. Navigate to the download page and choose your plan: Individual, Team, or Enterprise
- To get started, download Google Drive for Desktop and sign in with your Google account. Make sure you’re using the account that has your Google Drive files on it.
- After completing the installation and signing in, Google Drive will be visible as the “G:” drive in File Explorer of Windows.
How to Add Dropbox to File Explorer
To get Dropbox set up in File Explorer, simply follow these steps:
- Head over to the Dropbox website to begin the process. From there, simply click the “Download the app” button and you’ll be on your way to secure cloud storage.
- To get started, open the downloaded installer file and input your account email address as well as password. After that click “Sign in” to move forward.
- After successfully signing in, click on the “Open my Dropbox” button, and then click “Get Started.”
- Click “Next” and then click “Finish.” You should see the Dropbox drive show up in File Explorer. With your Dropbox account set up in File Explorer, you can now easily access and share your files on the go.
How to Add iCloud Drive to File Explorer
If you’re an iCloud user, you can also access your cloud storage in File Explorer on Windows 10 or 11. Simply follow these simple steps to add iCloud Drive to your file explorer:
- Start the Microsoft Store on your PC.
- Type “iCloud” into the search bar at the top right-hand corner and hit enter. In your search results, look for iCloud and select it to proceed.
- Once you’ve navigated to the store page, simply click on “Get” to quickly and easily download the app onto your PC.
- To initiate the installation of your app, select “Install” from the Microsoft Store after downloading. Wait for the installation to complete. After the installation process is completed, your computer may need a reboot.
- Following the restart of your PC, locate iCloud in the recently installed apps section within the Start menu and launch it. To get started, sign in to your iCloud account with your Apple ID.
- In the new window, be sure to select the box for iCloud Drive, or choose to sync Photos, Mail, and Bookmarks with your PC, and then press “Apply” in order to pin it on File Explorer.
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