What happens if I turn off offline files?

Is offline files needed?

To work offline even though you have network access Sometimes you might want to work with the offline versions of files even though you're connected to the network. This is handy if your network connection is slow or unreliable.

Can I turn off offline files?

Go to Control Panel, switch its view to "Large icon" or "Small icons", then find Sync Center and click it to open. Step 2. Click Manage offline files, then you will access the Offline Files window, it allows you to enable or disable offline files.

What are offline files?

(1) A file in a storage device that is not attached to a computer. In the past, an offline file may have referred to files on magnetic tapes or removable disk drives. See removable disk, data library, offline and offline browser. (2) A copy of a network file that is stored locally.

What are benefits of offline files?

Offline files offer several advantages to anyone who works with files stored on shared network folders.Protect yourself from network outages.Work with files while you are away from the network.Easily sync with network files.Boost your efficiency when working over a slow connection.Work Smarter with Offline Files and Shadow Copy - Microsoft Tech ...