Problem. Resolution. You have a OneDrive file open. Close the file once you finish editing. You're syncing a lot of files. No action required. OneDrive will upload all files, but this may take some time if your internet speed is slow.

To adjust power and sleep settings in Windows 11, select Start > Settings > System > Power & battery > Screen and sleep. Screen: Select how long you want your device to wait before turning the screen off when you're not using your device.

Why accounts are locked and disabled. Microsoft accounts are usually locked if the account holder has violated our Microsoft Services Agreement.Here are some common reasons why accounts are locked, though not all account locks occur for these reasons:

Find operating system info in Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1. To find out which version of Windows your device is running, press the Windows logo key key + R, type winver in the Open box, and then select OK.. If your device is running Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1, here’s how to learn more:

Check the device. If the device doesn't appear to work at all (no lights appear on the device when it’s plugged in, or the cursor doesn't move or doesn't appear on the screen), connect the device to another PC and make sure the device works on that PC.

Do you want to learn how to navigate Windows using keyboard shortcuts? Whether you need to switch between apps, open the command prompt, or perform any other tasks, you can find a full list of keyboard shortcuts in Windows on this webpage. Discover how to save time and improve your productivity with these handy tips.

Learn how to use Remote Desktop in Windows. On your Windows, Android, or iOS device: Open the Remote Desktop app (available for free from Microsoft Store, Google Play, and the Mac App Store), and add the name of the PC that you want to connect to (from Step 1). Select the remote PC name that you added, and then wait for the connection to complete.

To learn more about OneDrive delete policies, see Restore deleted files or folders in OneDrive. If you accidentally delete an iCloud file and want to recover it, you may be able to do so for a limited period of time based on iCloud’s policies. See Delete and recover photos and videos on iCloud from Apple for more information.

Note: For info on how to move files to a new PC without needing a storage device, see Move files to a new Windows PC using OneDrive.OneDrive can securely store your files, so they’re backed up and protected in the cloud and accessible from any device—including your new PC.

Resolution. Windows 10. This issue was first fixed in May 2017 Security Update 4016871 for Windows 10. This update will be downloaded and installed automatically from Windows Update.