OneDrive - Create Documents Directly in OneDrive Tutorial

In this video, you will learn how to create documents directly in OneDrive.
The video covers the options available at the top of the screen, such as scanning a document using Office Lens to convert it to a PDF file, uploading files from your phone or browsing your pictures and files to add them to OneDrive.
You can also take a photo and create a folder or directly create a Word or PowerPoint document.
This tutorial will help you efficiently create and save documents in OneDrive, enhancing your productivity.

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Objectifs :

This video aims to guide users on how to utilize various features in OneDrive for creating and managing documents effectively. It covers options for scanning documents, uploading files, and creating new documents directly from the OneDrive interface.

Chapitres :

Introduction to OneDrive Features
OneDrive offers a user-friendly interface that allows you to create and manage documents seamlessly. This section introduces the various options available at the top of the OneDrive screen, which facilitate document creation and file management.
Scanning Documents with Office Lens
One of the key features is the ability to scan documents directly into OneDrive. By selecting the scan option, Office Lens opens, allowing you to take a picture of your document or whiteboard. This image can then be converted into a PDF file, which you can save directly in your OneDrive space.
Uploading Files
The upload option in OneDrive enables you to add files from your phone. You can browse through your pictures and files to select what you want to upload. This feature ensures that all your important documents are easily accessible in one place.
Creating New Documents
From the OneDrive menu, you can also create new documents. This includes taking a photo, creating a folder, or directly starting a Word or PowerPoint document. Selecting these options will open the respective Office applications, allowing you to start writing immediately. Importantly, your content is saved automatically, ensuring that you do not lose any work.
Conclusion
In summary, OneDrive provides a variety of tools for document management, including scanning, uploading, and creating new files. These features enhance productivity and ensure that your documents are organized and easily accessible.

FAQ :

What is OneDrive and how can I use it?

OneDrive is a cloud storage service from Microsoft that allows you to store files online, access them from any device, and share them with others. You can use it to save documents, photos, and other files securely.

How do I scan a document using Office Lens?

To scan a document using Office Lens, select the scan option in OneDrive, which will open the Office Lens app. You can then take a picture of your document or whiteboard, and it will be converted into a PDF file that you can save in OneDrive.

Can I upload files from my phone to OneDrive?

Yes, you can upload files from your phone to OneDrive by selecting the upload option. This allows you to browse your pictures and files and add them directly to your OneDrive storage.

What happens to my content when I create a Word or PowerPoint document in OneDrive?

When you create a Word or PowerPoint document in OneDrive, the content is saved automatically as you write, ensuring that you do not lose any changes.

What file formats can I save my documents in OneDrive?

You can save documents in various formats, including Word documents (.docx), PowerPoint presentations (.pptx), and PDF files, among others.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Scanning and Storing Documents

Professionals can use Office Lens to scan important documents and store them in OneDrive for easy access and sharing. This is particularly useful for keeping track of receipts, contracts, and other paperwork.

Creating Presentations on the Go

Sales teams can create PowerPoint presentations directly from their mobile devices while on the move. By using OneDrive, they can ensure their presentations are saved and accessible from any device.

Collaborative Document Editing

Teams can collaborate on Word documents stored in OneDrive, allowing multiple users to edit and comment in real-time, improving productivity and teamwork.

Organizing Photos and Files

Individuals can upload and organize their photos and files in OneDrive, creating folders for different events or projects, making it easier to find and share them later.

Backup Important Files

Users can upload critical files to OneDrive as a backup solution, ensuring that important documents are safe and can be recovered in case of device loss or failure.

Glossaire :

OneDrive

A cloud storage service from Microsoft that allows users to store files and data online, access them from any device, and share them with others.

Office Lens

A mobile application developed by Microsoft that allows users to scan documents, whiteboards, and other physical items, converting them into digital formats such as PDF.

PDF

Portable Document Format, a file format developed by Adobe that captures document text, fonts, images, and even formatting of any source document, ensuring that it looks the same on any device.

Upload

The process of transferring files from a local device (like a phone or computer) to a remote server or cloud storage service.

Word Document

A file created using Microsoft Word, a word processing application, typically used for creating text-based documents.

PowerPoint Document

A file created using Microsoft PowerPoint, a presentation software used to create slideshows composed of text, images, and other multimedia.

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You can scan a document: this option opens Office Lens in which you can take a picture of your document, whiteboard etc. and convert it directly to a PDF file that you can save in your space.

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The “Upload” option enables you to upload a file from your phone. Browse your pictures and files to add it to OneDrive.

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You can also take a photo and create a folder from this menu and directly create a Word or PowerPoint document.

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These two options open the related Office application.

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Start writing

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and return to OneDrive: your content is saved automatically.

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