If you're tired of having your Office files sync with OneDrive automatically, you can turn off this feature to regain control over your files. In this article, we'll show you how to disable the syncing of your Office files with OneDrive in Windows 10.

Why would I want to turn off OneDrive syncing?

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OneDrive is a cloud-based storage service that allows you to store and access your files from anywhere, on any device. However, if you're not using it or prefer to keep your files locally stored on your computer, turning off the syncing feature can be beneficial.

How to turn off OneDrive syncing with Office in Windows 10

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To turn off OneDrive syncing with Office in Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Open any of the Office apps like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.

2. Click on the 'File' menu and select 'Options.'

3. In the Options window, click on the 'Save' tab.

4. Under the 'Save documents' section, uncheck the box next to 'Save files in the cloud storage service of your choice (OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.).'

5. Click 'OK' to save the changes.

Alternatively, you can also turn off OneDrive syncing by disabling it for each Office app individually:

1. Open any of the Office apps like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.

2. Click on the 'File' menu and select 'Account.'

3. In the Account window, click on the 'OneDrive' tab.

4. Uncheck the box next to 'Sync your OneDrive files to this device.'

5. Click 'OK' to save the changes.

What happens when I turn off OneDrive syncing?

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When you turn off OneDrive syncing with Office in Windows 10, you'll no longer be able to access your files online or collaborate with others in real-time. You can still view and edit your files locally on your computer, but they will not be synced with the cloud.

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In this article, we've shown you how to turn off OneDrive syncing with Office in Windows 10. By doing so, you'll regain control over your files and can choose whether or not to sync them with the cloud. Remember that turning off OneDrive syncing will not delete any of your files, but it may affect your ability to collaborate with others in real-time.

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