This feature is available for all Mac users running macOS Monterey 12.1 at no additional cost with up to 5 GB of free storage. However, there is also an option to silently configure this new Known Folder Move (KFM) feature without publicizing it. Microsoft has highlighted that IT admins can set up preferences for Mac users to back up their files in the Desktop and Documents folders to OneDrive. So, all important files will always be accessible, even if the device is reset or the computer fails to work. This means that OneDrive users can now sync and secure content from various folders across macOS devices. OneDrive sync for macOS adds Folder Backup (Known Folder Move) supportįurthermore, Microsoft’s OneDrive sync client has rolled out a new Known Folder Move (KFM) feature in public preview on macOS. We know this has been a long-awaited and highly requested feature, and we’re delighted to make it generally available starting with build 22.022,” the OneDrive team explained today. This means that OneDrive will take full advantage of the performance improvements of Apple silicon. “We’re excited to announce that OneDrive sync for macOS will now run natively on Apple silicon.

It allows the app to natively on M1 processors which should lead to better performance. The updated OneDrive version launched in public preview for Office Insiders back in December 2021. Microsoft announced today that its OneDrive sync client for Mac is now generally available for Apple M1-powered Macs.

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