Microsoft is updating the Access Request and Access Denied page experience in SharePoint and OneDrive with a visual refresh, making the status of access requests clearer for users.
OneDrive for Windows is increasing the sync limit from 300,000 to one million items per device for eligible hardware configurations. The update is currently in Public Preview and available to Insiders.
OneDrive and SharePoint now support viewing, editing, and creating Markdown (.md) files directly in the browser, with no additional tools or downloads required.
The OneDrive sync client will soon skip the local recycle bin when a cloud-initiated deletion affects a locally downloaded file.
Microsoft is retiring the noise suppression capability from the video playback controls for videos stored in OneDrive or SharePoint in July 2026.
Microsoft 365 Backup now supports granular restore for SharePoint and OneDrive, letting administrators restore individual files and folders from protected restore points.
Microsoft is rolling out expiration policies for internal “People in your organization” sharing links in SharePoint and OneDrive, giving administrators control over how long these links remain active.
Microsoft Teams now automatically removes EXIF metadata, including GPS location and device details, from images shared in chats and channels. The feature is enabled by default, and changes how EXIF metadata behaves across Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint scenarios.
Microsoft is extending Copilot file-sharing summaries to the OneDrive Sync Client on Windows, allowing users to include AI-generated summaries when sharing files from File Explorer or the OneDrive Activity Center.
Microsoft has rolled out Copilot Agents in OneDrive, allowing users to ask questions about their files, changes, and content. Agents can be shared with colleagues, enabling them to ask about shared information. All users need a Microsoft 365 Copilot license to create or use an agent.
Microsoft has enhanced the OneDrive process for employees leaving the organization with clearer notifications and improved file transfer visibility. The core mechanics remain unchanged, but the update makes offboarding more predictable.
Microsoft has announced the upcoming retirement of standalone SharePoint and OneDrive for Business plans. Organizations should review the timeline and plan a transition to Microsoft 365 suites or alternative storage options.
Legacy IDCRL authentication in SharePoint Online will be retired starting February 2026. Admins should review Purview Audit Logs and update any applications still using legacy protocols.
If SharePoint cannot set or update a user’s OneDrive storage quota, the root cause is primarily a reused UPN. The Diag support tool corrects the mismatch so storage settings work again.
Chromium 141 (Edge and Chrome) will introduce stricter local network access controls. Without the right policy, users will see new permission prompts when using OneDrive and other Microsoft 365 services (such as Microsoft Lists in OneDrive, SharePoint Lists, and document libraries) in the browser. Blocking access disables offline mode and performance optimizations. Admins should configure a new browser policy in advance.
SharePoint and OneDrive users can now add security to their PDF files by setting open and owner passwords to prevent unauthorized access.
OneDrive and SharePoint will allow users to add customizable text or image watermarks to PDF documents.
OneDrive for Business will allow more control over folder sharing with “View and upload” permissions for Anyone links. This feature helps admins manage external sharing while ensuring compliance with data policies, enhancing overall data governance.
Microsoft has extended Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to files in OneDrive. Previously, it was available in SharePoint.
Microsoft is removing the “Everyone except external users” permission group from OneDrive. This change should enhance data security by preventing inadvertent oversharing.