Using Fences with Microsoft OneDrive

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Fences was working fine on my computer until recently, when I decided to sync my desktop folder to OneDrive in Windows 10.  I had three different areas in Fences where I kept Folders, Shortcuts, etc.  After syncing my desktop folder to OneDrive and restarting my computer, all of the items contained within the three fenced areas were moved outside of the fences, except Recycle Bin, Control Panel, This PC, and my User Folder.  Is there a way that I can continue to use Fences while syncing my Desktop Folder to OneDrive, or will I have to remove my Desktop Folder from OneDrive in order to continue using Fences.

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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top

Hello,

Sorry to hear you are having issues. There is a workaround that might work. It something similar to Onedrive where the actual folder or files are on a network drive. Here are the steps that you can try : https://forums.stardock.com/486084/fences-support-faq#folderportalsempty

Try it and let us know if you still need our assistance.

Thank you,

Basj,

Stardock Community Assistant

Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top

Sorry I should have posted this in the Fences Forum.  I moved the items from outside the Fences back into the Fences and restarted my computer and they STAYED PUT inside the Fences this time.  If the problem resurfaces, I will take the advice of basj.  Thank you.

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Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top

BTW, you can always use the Layout snapshot restore to quickly restore your fences to yesterday layout. Fences keep backup of your fences layout daily and keep it for 3 days.

Thank you,

 

Basj,

Stardock Community Assistant