We can’t sync this folder or Unable to sync shortcut OneDrive

OneDrive is the file sharing and cloud storage service from Microsoft. The OneDrive folder syncing error can be frustrating, especially if your files are important to you or work projects that cannot be worked around. Here’s what you need to know about getting the most out of OneDrive and not running into this problem again.

The “onedrive unable to sync shortcut because it conflicts” is a notification that appears when trying to sync OneDrive. This error occurs due to the fact that OneDrive has been configured as a network drive and Windows has not allowed shortcuts in this folder.

We can't sync this folder or Unable to sync shortcut OneDrive

Before we begin!

In this blog article, I’ll go through two OneDrive error messages.

They are both about the same issue, just in reverse order.

For both error messages, I prepared a paragraph. Examine the error message carefully to ensure that you begin at the right paragraph.


‘Sorry, we can’t sync this folder’ OneDrive instructional

When you try to build a shortcut from a SharePoint site to one of the site’s folders, you receive this error. Because there is already a synchronization to the folder in OneDrive, you won’t be able to synchronize it because you’ll end up in an endless cycle.

We’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.

Sorry, we can't sync this folder You're already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared libraryWe’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.


Let’s resolve the ‘We can’t sync this folder’ problem.

The steps may be completed in a variety of OneDrive applications, including the Windows app, the Android app, and the web.

The browser is the simplest!

I’ve broken them down into their own sections below, with the proper headings.

Keep the following in mind for all possibilities:

It might be difficult to locate the correct folder since it may be nested inside another folder or has been renamed. As a consequence, the name doesn’t always match the folder you’re trying to sync. You can tell which SharePoint site the folder belongs to by looking at its contents.


Windows users may use the OneDrive program.

In Explorer, go to OneDrive and open it.

Look for the name of a certain folder. The additional link indicator in the status may be used to identify synchronized folders.

Sorry, we can't sync this folder You're already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared library We’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.

When you’ve discovered the correct folder, right-click it and choose Remove Shortcut.

1642061027_788_We-cant-sync-this-folder-or-Unable-to-sync-shortcutWe’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.


In a web browser, you may access OneDrive.

In the browser, go to OneDrive.

Shortcuts are identified by a link symbol in the folder icon. The owner, which is generally the SharePoint site, is shown in the Sharing column.

If you don’t know the folder by its name, check the Sharing section to determine which SharePoint site it belongs to.

Sorry, we can't sync this folder You're already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared library We’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.

When you’ve discovered the correct folder, right-click it and choose Remove.

Sorry, we can't sync this folder You're already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared library We’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.


Android app for OneDrive

Open OneDrive on your Android device.

When you’ve discovered the correct folder, right-click it and choose Remove.

Sorry, we can't sync this folder You're already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared library We’re afraid we won’t be able to sync this folder. You’re already using this shared library to sync a shortcut to a folder.


The OneDrive tutorial for ‘Unable to sync shortcut’

Unlike the other errors, this one occurs solely in the OneDrive Windows program.

The following error notice will appear:

Synchronization of shortcuts is not possible. Your shortcut to ” can’t be synced because it clashes with the ” folder. You must first stop syncing in order to add the shortcut.


Let’s look at how to repair the ‘Unable to sync shortcut’ problem.

Fortunately, this is also a lot simpler.

Open the error message by right-clicking on the OneDrive icon on your taskbar.

1642061030_400_We-cant-sync-this-folder-or-Unable-to-sync-shortcut Synchronization of shortcuts is not possible. Your shortcut to ” can’t be synced because it clashes with the ” folder. You must first stop syncing in order to add the shortcut.

Unsync conflicting folder by clicking on it.

 Unable to sync shortcut We can't sync your shortcut to '' because it conflicts with the '' folder. To add the shortcut, you'll need to stop syncing ''. Synchronization of shortcuts is not possible. Your shortcut to ” can’t be synced because it clashes with the ” folder. You must first stop syncing in order to add the shortcut.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you fix youre already syncing a shortcut to a folder from this shared library?

A: Normally, the only way to fix this is through deleting your Beat Saber library. If youre not comfortable doing that, theres a 3rd party app called PicoDrive which will allow you to delete songs from the shared library without having access to it locally on your computer!.

How do you sync OneDrive shortcuts?

A: OneDrive shortcuts can be synced by following these steps. Navigate to the folder on OneDrive where you would like all of your shortcuts stored and move that folder into a new blank one. Now right click the empty new folder, select Sync from the menu, and then choose All items.

How do I fix OneDrive not syncing?

A: This can happen to users who have multiple devices that are syncing all the time, or a hard drive with too many files. It usually happens because OneDrive is using up your storage space and so it searches for more in case these new ones get deleted by accident. The best thing to do then would be to stop syncing from both devices until you find out whats causing this issue.

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