Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive User Guide

June 12, 2024
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CU MS365 OneDrive

Microsoft OneDrive is a secure and FIPPA compliant way of sharing large files and course materials with your students.

Creating a folder and uploading files

  1. Use your ECU MS365 account to log into OneDrive from:  https://emilycarru-my.sharepoint.com/ or you can log in from the top right corner of onedrive.live.com
  2. If you are sharing multiple files, create a folder to hold your files. From your My File dashboard, click New and choose Folder:Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive - dashboard
  3. Give your folder a name and click Create. You will find it in your list of items.
  4. To add files to the folder, navigate to it. With your folder open you can either drag and drop files into it or select Upload from the top menu and select the file or folder to add:Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive - navigate

Sharing files and folders

  1. From your My Files list locate the file or folder you want to share. Hovering over the item will reveal the share icon:Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive - folders

  2. Click the share icon, and you should see the menu below.
    Specify file access by clicking the top selection to open the link settings menu:Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive - selection

  3. In the link settings menu, set file access to your liking.
    a. If you are sharing an item with a large group or course, set it to the selection outlined below. The item will be viewable by anyone with the link that has an ECU MS365 account.
    b. To restrict access to specific people, select ‘Specific people’ and input their name or emails. They will be sent an email notification with a link to the item.
    c. Be sure to uncheck the ‘Allow editing’ box if you do not want people to be able to edit your files.Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive -
specific Note: files can only be shared with ECU MS365 account holders. If you want to share a file with someone outside of the ECU community, you will have to use another file sharing service

  4. Once you are happy with your settings click Apply. In the next window click Copy and you will be given a shareable link to the file or folder. Copy the link and share it, for example as a hyperlink on your Moodle course.Microsoft ECU MS365 OneDrive - course

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