How to: Add your Microsoft 365 account to OneDrive for Business on your Mac


Instructions

1) Open the OneDrive app if it is not already running. One way to do this is by going to Launchpad and clicking OneDrive.

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At this point, you may encounter a screen titled "Set Up OneDrive" asking for your email address. If so, skip to Step 5.

2) In your Mac's menu bar, click the OneDrive icon and choose Help & Settings.

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3) Click Preferences.

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4) Under the Account tab, click Add an Account.

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5) Type your TechMail address (e.g., john.doe@ttu.edu), and click Sign In.

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6) If prompted for authentication, type your TechMail address and click Next.

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7) Type your eRaider password and click Sign in.

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8) Review the location for your OneDrive folder. You can click Change Location if you want to change it; the default is recommended. When ready to proceed, click Next.

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9) Click Next.

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10) Click Next again.

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11) Click Next a final time.

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12) Pick whichever option you prefer regarding the OneDrive mobile app.

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13) Click Open OneDrive Folder.

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14) If you are prompted to allow OneDrive to access your Desktop, Documents, or Downloads folders, choose your preference. It is recommended to click OK.

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OUTCOME

You have added your Microsoft 365 account to OneDrive for Business at TTU. Your files stored in OneDrive for Business will sync automatically to this Mac, and any files you place into the "OneDrive - Texas Tech University" folder under your profile on this Mac will sync to all your other devices and microsoft365.com.

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