To do this, turn off all the OneDrive settings and remove the OneDrive folder from File Explorer. In the Notifications area on the bottom of the Windows screen, right-click the OneDrive icon. You might have to click the Show Hidden Icons arrow to find OneDrive.n the Sync settings tab, under Sync settings with OneDrive, turn off the switch at Sync your settings on this PC. On the Metered connections tab, turn off all the switches. To hide OneDrive from File Explorer, open File Explorer and in the folder list on the left, right-click OneDrive and then click Properties.