Then you'll see the files that you've already stored in iCloud Drive. When you need to access the files stored in iCloud Drive, just open File Explorer on your PC and select iCloud Drive from the sidebar. Don't forget to hit the Apply button to activate this option. If you want to use iCloud for Windows to sync your PC's files on iCloud Drive, just open iCloud on your PC and then check the box next to the iCloud Drive option. How to sync files with iCloud for Windows But do you know how to use these features exactly? If you have no idea, don't worry, just read on to learn. How to use iCloud for Windows?Īs mentioned earlier, iCloud for Windows has many powerful functions. Use Shared Albums to share photos and videos with the people you chooseįor more, check out Apple iOS 13: A cheat sheet on TechRepublic.Note: You can also download the iCloud for Windows app directly from Apple. Share any file directly from File Explorer, and easily collaborate with others, as edits will sync across all of your devices Safely store your files in iCloud Drive, and access them from your iOS device, Mac, and on With the app, users can do the following, according to Microsoft’s post as well as an updated support page from Apple:Īccess iCloud Drive files from File Explorer, without taking up space on your PCĬhoose the files and folders you want to keep on your PC ICloud for Windows is available to download now in the Microsoft Store worldwide. This team up of sometimes-rivals-Apple and Microsoft-is a smart move, our sister site ZDNet noted, as there are now 825 million active Windows 10 devices, many of the owners of which also own an Apple iPhone, iPad, or other Apple device.
The revamped app is now powered by the same technology behind Microsoft OneDrive’s Files On-Demand feature, which allows users to work offline on mobile devices and share files on iOS, the post noted. While iCloud has been available on Windows for some time, this is the first time the app has been offered through the Microsoft Store. SEE: 12 tips to get more out of Windows 10 (free PDF) (TechRepublic) This includes iCloud Drive, iCloud Photos, Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Reminders, and Safari Bookmarks, the post noted. With the app, users can access photos, videos, mail, calendar, files, and other information from their iCloud account on the go, as well as on their Windows 10 PC. Must-read Windows coverageĭefend your network with Microsoft outside-in security services The new iCloud for Windows app is now available on the Microsoft Store, making it easier for Apple and Microsoft customers to access their iCloud account across Windows 10 PC and Apple devices, Microsoft announced in a Monday blog post.
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