Microsoft is reportedly developing a standalone OneDrive app for Windows 11, focusmedia viewing, editing, and file managementABLEOneDri,
According to a report by Windows Central, thand and introduces a r featuring rounded menus and modern interface elements. It mirrors the layout of the OneDrive website but integrates enhanced functionality, including quick access to file organization tools and a new gallery mode.
The gallery mode offers five tabs — Moments, Gallery, Albums, People,aFavorites.
- M highlights photos taken on the same day in previous years, similar to the memory feature in the mobile app.
- Gallery introduces a floating menu bar when editing or organizing photos and includes built-in photo editing toolst
A standout addition is the integration of Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant, which appears when hovering over files. Users can open a chat window with Copilot to ask questions, generate summaries, or gain insights about files without opening them.
While Microsoft has not officially announced this dedicated OneDrive app, speculation suggests it could consolidate existing OneDrive featuresalready
Microsoft is set to host a Copilot and OneDrive showcase on October 8, where the company may officially unveil this next-generation OneDrive experience.
