Cached data is useful for reducing load times and making applications run quicker — as a result however, cache can be filled quickly. This can be problematic and cause apps to stop functioning correctly. In this post we’ll be discussing OneDrive’s sync cache and how we can clear and clean it.
To Clear The OneDrive Sync Cache:
- Press Windows key + R on your keyboard.
- Click the text box next to “Open.”
- Paste in %localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\onedrive.exe /reset
- Click “OK.”
We’ve also created a video that demonstrates the steps for fixing OneDrive sync issues. You can watch it here:
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In this post we’ll be discussing the fastest method to reset your OneDrive sync cache as well as an alternate method to reset your sync cache.
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Quick links:
- Clearing your OneDrive sync cache (fast method)
- Clearing your OneDrive sync cache (alternate method)
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Method 1: Guide to clearing your OneDrive sync cache (fast method)
Step 1 – Activate your Windows Run window
- Use the shortcut Win + R and wait for the Run window to appear.
Step 2 – Try the commands we provided
- Don’t worry if the first command you try doesn’t work; that’s why there’s more than one to try. To use a command just copy it in to the run window and select OK.
%localappdata%\Microsoft\OneDrive\onedrive.exe /resetC:\Program Files\Microsoft OneDrive\onedrive.exe /resetC:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft OneDrive\onedrive.exe /resetMethod 2: Guide to clearing your OneDrive sync cache (alternate method)
Manual reset
You can manually reset OneDrive by closing and reopening the app. Just search for OneDrive in the Windows search bar and attempt to open it. Doing so will prompt the application’s restart. You may notice your OneDrive folder open up too. Do not worry, this behavior is normal.
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Recap
Your OneDrive sync cache can be restarted via a simple command or manually, just by attempting to manually open the desktop application.
Farewell
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