Fix: Extra / Ghost OneDrive Showing in File Explorer

If you see an extra OneDrive in File Explorer that opens nothing or looks wrong, follow these steps.

✅ This will not delete your files
✅ This fixes the issue in most cases

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Open OneDrive Settings

• Look for the cloud icon in the system tray (bottom‑right near the clock)
• Click the OneDrive cloud icon
• Click the gear icon (⚙️)
• Select Settings

2. Unlink OneDrive from Your Computer

• In the Account tab
• Click Unlink this PC
• Confirm when prompted

Your files will stay on your computer and in OneDrive online.

3. Restart Your Computer

• Save any open work
• Restart Windows

4. Sign Back Into OneDrive

• After restart, open OneDrive from the Start menu
• Sign in with your Microsoft or work account
• Follow the setup prompts

✅ What You Should See After

• The extra or “ghost” OneDrive is gone
• File Explorer shows only one OneDrive
• Your files sync normally again