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There is a little stylized person icon next to one of my files. Best I can determine this means the file is shared.
In what way is the file shared? That is not something I intentionally did.
Is it important that the file is on OneDrive?
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Hello !
This icon appears when you've shared the file with someone, or created a shareable link to that file.
Can you check in the file properties if you haven't shared the file by mistake ? You can check it by right-clicking on the file > Share.
Remove all persons and disable the link if needed.
Looking forward to your answer !
I rebooted my system and the shared indicator went away. I looked in properties before my original post and there was nothing in there indicating the file was shared.
More info: Before posting my question I ...
The reboot fixed it.
Well, I spoke too soon! The "shared" icon is back!
Well, I spoke too soon! The "shared" icon is back!
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