Brief overview/obejctive:
To be able to synchronize a SharePoint document library with the OneDrive sync client for file access.
Requirements: Devices will need to have the OneDrive sync client installed. Also, end users will need to be signed into the OneDrive sync client with
the same account that has been granted access to the SharePoint site. See Microsoft documentation below.
Outlined steps:
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Open the SharePoint site in a modern web browser. (like Chrome, or new Microsoft Edge)
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Click on the documents library.
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Select “Sync” in the middle of the page
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A prompt will come up stating “This site is trying to open Microsoft OneDrive” click Open.
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Follow the prompts from OneDrive.
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Open File Explorer. On the left hand side you should now see “Parametrix, Inc.”
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Interact with the files in the Parametrix, Inc folder like any other files.
Helpful resources:
OneDrive sync client installation:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/sync-files-with-onedrive-in-windows-615391c4-2bd3-4aae-a42a-858262e42a49
Sync SharePoint Document Library:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/sync-sharepoint-and-teams-files-with-your-computer-6de9ede8-5b6e-4503-80b2-6190f3354a88
Parametrix Subject Matter Experts:
IT Service Desk