388381 – OneDrive: View hidden files and folders in ‘Shared with you’ view

Product:

OneDrive

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

This feature allows you to view files and folders you have hidden in the “Shared with you” view in OneDrive for Web. You can quickly access files and folders you have hidden by clicking on the 'Hidden' button in the filter bar. You can also 'Unhide' files and bring them back to the 'Shared with you' view.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-03-19

updated:
2025-05-02

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Increased Support Requests
- Users may encounter confusion or issues related to the new feature, leading to an increase in helpdesk tickets.
- Roles impacted: IT Support Staff, Helpdesk Technicians
- Potential for Mismanagement of Shared Files
- Users may inadvertently unhide sensitive or confidential files, leading to potential data breaches or compliance issues.
- Roles impacted: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers

- Direct Impact on IT Services
- Integration with Other Microsoft 365 Services
- Changes in OneDrive may affect how files are shared and accessed across other services like SharePoint and Teams, potentially leading to disruptions.
- Roles impacted: IT Administrators, System Integrators
- User Training and Documentation Updates
- The introduction of this feature will necessitate updates to training materials and user documentation, requiring additional resources and time.
- Roles impacted: Training Coordinators, Documentation Specialists

References:
- Microsoft OneDrive Documentation: [OneDrive Features](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/onedrive)
- Microsoft 365 Compliance Center: [Data Protection and Compliance](https://compliance.microsoft.com)