Forgetting to save your work in Word and losing documents can be frustrating. Luckily, Microsoft has a solution – the automatic saving feature in OneDrive.
Turning on automatic saving in OneDrive comes with several perks. Firstly, it gives you peace of mind knowing your documents are always saved, reducing the risk of losing your work. Plus, it makes editing super convenient across different devices. For example, you can start writing on your computer and smoothly switch to your mobile phone, as long as you have Office and OneDrive set up on both devices.
To use this feature, you’ll need an active Microsoft 365 subscription, whether it’s a family or individual plan. With the subscription, you also get 1TB of free OneDrive storage. Just follow a few simple steps, and you can wave goodbye to the worry of losing your Word documents.
How to Automatically Save Your Word Documents to OneDrive
1. Open Word, a blank document, and go to “AutoSave”, by sliding the button on the side in the Quick Access Toolbar
2. A dialog will open that will suggest saving to OneDrive. If you haven’t connected to the platform, log in to proceed.
3. Enter the document’s name and tap the “OK” button. You will only need to save the document manually once.
4. A message in the upper left corner of your screen indicates that all your changes will be automatically saved to OneDrive.
5. You can also save to a specific folder on OneDrive to make your documents more organized. With the document open, click on “File”.
6. A side menu will open; select the “Save a Copy” option.
7. Select OneDrive to save on the platform.
8: Click on “New Folder” and type its name. To save it, click on “OK”.
9: Click on the folder where you want the document to be and click “Save.”
The option to automatically save Word documents to OneDrive is a game-changer for anyone who has experienced the frustration of losing unsaved work. Microsoft’s feature not only provides a sense of security by ensuring constant document saving but also streamlines the editing process across various devices.
With the convenience of starting your work on one device and seamlessly switching to another, as long as Office and OneDrive are set up, this feature is a valuable addition. You only need an active Microsoft 365 subscription to enjoy this functionality, offering additional perks like 1TB of free OneDrive storage. By embracing this solution, you can bid farewell to the worry of losing your valuable Word documents.
