MC1385585OneDrive: New Shortcuts folder option when adding shortcuts
Summary
OneDrive will introduce a new option to save shortcuts in a dedicated Shortcuts folder instead of the root, reducing clutter and improving organization. This folder is auto-created, visually distinct, and optional. Rollout starts mid-July 2026, affecting all OneDrive web users with no required admin action.
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What and Why:
We're improving how shortcuts are organized in OneDrive by giving users the option to save new shortcuts to a dedicated Shortcuts folder instead of the OneDrive root. This change helps reduce clutter and makes frequently used content easier to find.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 565028.
Rollout Schedule:
- General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out in mid-July 2026 and expect to complete by late July 2026.
Impact on Your Organization:
Who is affected: All OneDrive users who add shortcuts.
Platforms/Services: OneDrive (web).
What will happen:
- When users add a shortcut in OneDrive, they can now choose where to save it (the Shortcuts folder or My files).
- For file shortcuts only, an Other locations option is also available
- The Shortcuts folder is created automatically when first used. If a user already has a folder named Shortcuts, that folder is reused.
- The Shortcuts folder is visually distinct, with a unique color and building icon to make it easy to identify.
- A confirmation message shows where the shortcut was saved.
- Existing shortcuts are not moved.
- The feature is on by default and is optional for users.
Screenshot: OneDrive shortcuts dropdown:
Action Required / Recommendations:
No action is required.
- There are no new admin controls or policies for this feature.
- Consider updating internal documentation or help desk guidance for users who frequently use the Add shortcut to OneDrive experience.
- You may want to notify users about the new option to help them organize shortcuts more effectively.
Compliance considerations:
| Compliance area | Explanation |
| Does the change alter how existing customer data is processed, stored, or accessed? | Shortcuts can now be saved to a user-selected folder location, but no new data types are introduced and existing permissions are respected. |
| Does the change allow a user to enable or disable the feature themselves? | Users can choose whether to save shortcuts to the Shortcuts folder or continue saving them to the OneDrive root. |