Microsoft, Windows users for OneDrive app designs from scratch. The new version will be available in 2026 with a photo gallery, person recognition, AI-powered editing and advanced sharing tools. Thus, users will be able to manage both their cloud and local photos in the same environment. The update reshapes Microsoft’s approach to file and media management.
The new OneDrive leaves behind the small pop-up structure long used in the desktop version. In its place, a full screen application is coming. This structure will offer an experience similar to the mobile interface. In the gallery view, all cloud photos can be sorted chronologically or by album. Moreover “Contacts” section will provide the opportunity to detect and tag faces in photos. In addition, photos in local storage can also be edited and uploaded to the cloud if desired. In this way, users will be able to use the same editing tools both on their devices and in the cloud.
Microsoft’s innovations are not limited to this. Company, copilot “by deepening the integration withPhoto Broker” is preparing to introduce a new feature called “. This tool can search among photos by understanding users’ natural language commands. For example, with a command such as “show my photos from last summer vacation”, the system can find the desired images and turn them into an album. This feature will be available to Microsoft 365 Copilot and Premium subscribers. However, it has not yet been announced when the feature will be available for general use.
OneDrive’s new interface simplifies the user experience
New OneDrive interface, Design lines of Windows 11 are developed in a harmonious manner. Rounded edges, transparent menus and simple transition effects stand out in the application. It will be possible to quickly switch between gallery and file view. In addition, thanks to the performance-oriented structure, OneDrive’s response time will decrease. Users will be able to get instant previews while editing images. This will increase processing speed, especially in high-resolution photos.
In addition, Microsoft is preparing a significant change in the document sharing system. “hero linkThe new method, called “, enables the use of a single link for shared files. With this system, complex access links will be eliminated. Now users will be able to share their files by simply copying a link. The recipient will be able to send a direct request when access permission is not available. Thus, “access denied” warnings will be greatly reduced.
Updates are also planned on the mobile application side. iOS And Android With the new version, users will have artificial intelligence-supported editing tools. These tools will detect and clean blurry or duplicate photos. Additionally, the “Moments” tab will highlight photos taken on the same day in previous years. Thus, users will be able to easily find old frames in the archive.
Microsoft has not yet shared the exact date of the new desktop version of OneDrive. However, the company is expected to release the application in 2026. The new version will be an important step in cloud services with its structure that facilitates photo management. In addition, users will have the opportunity to manage both their work and personal files from a single screen.