How to get onedrive photos of Android phone and upload to computer

Hi Jenny Salt,

Welcome to the Microsoft community.

Certainly, transferring photos from your Android phone to your computer via OneDrive is a convenient and seamless process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can accomplish this:

Step 1: Install OneDrive on Your Android Phone

If you haven't already, download and install the OneDrive app from the Google Play Store onto your Android device.

Step 2: Sign in to OneDrive

Open the OneDrive app and sign in using your Microsoft account credentials. If you don't have an account, you can create one easily by following the prompts within the app.

Step 3: Upload Photos to OneDrive

Within the OneDrive app, look for an option to upload files or specifically for uploading photos. This may be under a "Files" or "Upload" section, depending on the version of the app. Select the photos you wish to transfer from your phone's gallery to OneDrive. You can choose to upload individual photos or entire albums.

Step 4: Ensure Sync on Your Computer

On your computer, whether it's a Windows PC or a Mac, ensure that you have OneDrive installed and set up with the same Microsoft account you used on your Android phone.

- For Windows: OneDrive should be pre-installed. Simply sign in with your Microsoft account in the OneDrive app (found in the Start menu or Taskbar). Make sure sync settings are configured to include the Pictures folder or specifically the folder where your phone's photos will be stored in OneDrive.

- For Mac: Download OneDrive from the Microsoft website and install it. Sign in and configure it to sync the desired folders.

Step 5: Access and Download Photos

Once your photos are uploaded to OneDrive and your computer has synced the content, you can access these photos directly from your computer's OneDrive folder. They will typically be located within a "Pictures" or a custom folder you specified during the upload process on your phone.

- To download them, simply navigate to the OneDrive folder on your computer, find the photos, and copy-paste or drag-and-drop them to your preferred location on your computer's hard drive.

Additional Tip

For an even more streamlined experience, you can enable automatic photo uploads in the OneDrive app settings on your Android device. This feature will automatically sync any new photos taken with your phone to OneDrive, ensuring your photos are always backed up and accessible across devices.

Remember, it's important to have a stable internet connection both on your phone and your computer during the upload and sync processes to avoid any disruptions or delays.

Should you encounter any issues or have further questions, our support team is always available to assist you.

Best Regards,

Jonathan Z - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist