If OneDrive is slowing down your Windows 11/10 PC and deteriorating its overall performance, use these tips to make it perform optimally.

OneDrive Windows fix #3: Stop automatic image syncing By default, OneDrive also automatically pulls in photos and screenshots — even if you have folder backup turned off for your Pictures folder.

The red X icon that shows up next to your files on Windows is actually a OneDrive warning sign. It indicates a syncing error, meaning your files (and even folders) couldn't be backed up to the cloud.