MC1255404 - Improved OneDrive sync experience for macOS users

Updated April 7, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience. 

Introduction

We’re refreshing the OneDrive Activity Center on macOS. This redesign brings a cleaner, more intuitive way to check sync status, manage files, and resolve issues, right from your desktop.

When this will happen:

• General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete by mid-end of April 2026.2026 (previously mid-April).
• General Availability (GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete by late May 2026.

How this affects your organization:

Who is affected: All organizations with users running the OneDrive Sync client on macOS.

What will happen:

• The redesigned OneDrive Activity Center and native macOS dialogs align the OneDrive sync client with macOS platform conventions, providing a familiar, system-consistent experience for Mac users.

Screenshot 1: Updated OneDrive Activity Center on macOS showing overall sync status

• The updated interface is intended to make onboarding, and day‑to‑day use, more straightforward for users who expect standard macOS behavior.
• Accessibility support is improved, including full VoiceOver and Full Keyboard Access support.
• Sync status information, recent activity thumbnails, and error indicators are presented more clearly, making it easier for users to identify and address common sync issues without contacting support.

Screenshot 2: Expanded sync activity view showing recent file changes and sync progress



• The update is enabled by default and rolls out automatically.
• No admin configuration, policy changes, or user action is required.

What you can do to prepare:

• No admin action is required. This is a user interface only update to the OneDrive Sync client on macOS.
• Optionally, notify helpdesk teams and update internal documentation for macOS users.

Learn more: OneDrive on Mac gets Liquid Glass with an All-New Activity Center

Compliance considerations:

No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.