Where did copy link go within file explorer?

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Where did copy link go within file explorer?

michael munson 10

Something changed from yesterday to today!

In file explorer, I no longer see Copy Link from the right-click menu. I've looked everywhere. I use this way of sharing extensively. Hints for where it went? or how to get it back?

Thank you.

michael

Gavin Dupee 0 Reputation points

2025-08-05T14:59:36.3733333+00:00

Have just found two devices with the same issue. Include option in Outlook also now can't link to to sharepoint files.

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Gavin Dupee 0 Reputation points

2025-08-05T14:59:36.3733333+00:00

Have just found two devices with the same issue. Include option in Outlook also now can't link to to sharepoint files.

Answer 1

Hi @michael munson

Thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Q&A.

As of recent updates to Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 for Business, the Copy Link option may no longer appear directly in the right click context menu. This change is part of a broader redesign of File Explorer’s integration with cloud services. Here are a few steps you can take to restore or work around this functionality:

Use “Show More Options”
- Right-click the file in File Explorer.
- Select Shift + F10 or click Show More Options.
- Look for Copy Link in the expanded menu.
Use the Share Dialog
- Right-click the file and choose Share.
- In the Share window, click Copy Link (if available).
- If not visible, open the file in SharePoint Online and copy the link from there.
Escalate via Microsoft 365 Admin Center If the issue persists, additionally, you may need further and deeper step by step assistance, I recommend you submit a Support Ticket (if you are admin or you can contact your IT admin) to escalate this to Microsoft via https://admin.microsoft.com/#/support/requests because our technical team can contact you directly via call or meeting to troubleshoot issue faster.

Additional Notes: This issue has been reported by other users in the Microsoft Q&A forums. You can follow the discussion and updates here:

I really hope my information helpful for you. Please notice and accept my apologies that as moderators in the community, we are not responsible for the product design and have limited resources for the advanced info for Microsoft products.

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Answer 2

Vicky-I 935 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Hi @michael munson,
Just checking in to see if the above information was helpful. If you have any further updates on this issue, please feel free to post back. At last, if the information we provided give some direction for the issue, please click "Accept Answer" and kindly upvote it, with your vote, other users who are facing same query can easily find this thread and check suggestion when they search on community. Your vote helps other user to resolve their queries.
Warm thanks.

Vicky-I 935 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-08-06T14:11:04.25+00:00

Dear @michael munson,
I hope this message finds you well.

This is my second follow-up to check whether your issue has been resolved. I truly want to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible. If your problem is still ongoing or if you have faced any new difficulties, please share more details about the current steps you are stuck on. I am here and happy to provide further help whenever you need it.

While waiting for your response, I will continue tracking other customer questions on the forum to ensure everyone receives timely support. If you have additional questions, please feel free to tag my name in your reply so I can assist you promptly and more personally.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
michael munson 10 Reputation points

2025-08-06T14:18:52.92+00:00

Thanks for your persistence! I did reach out for tech support directly. I resolved by resetting OneDrive, which put back the context menus (right click options). Thanks.
Rory Cameron 5 Reputation points

2025-08-07T17:16:29.24+00:00

No, it wasn't. This worked previously, there is no longer a "Copy Link". The new "Share" function is inferior to the copy link, and should be revised. I don't want to write an email or look at contacts in file explorer. Also, the "view files online" link was removed from the right click menu, making it more difficult to get to the web version of SharePoint. This is a serious UX design flaw.
Vicky-I 935 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-08-08T09:30:21.1466667+00:00

Hi @michael munson,
Hope you have a nice day!
I'm glad to hear you resolved it by resetting OneDrive was a smart move. Thanks for the update, and feel free to reach out Microsoft Q&A anytime if you need further help.
At last, if the information we provided give some direction for the issue, please click "Accept Answer" and kindly upvote it, with your vote, other users who are facing same query can easily find this thread and check suggestion when they search on community. Your vote helps other user to resolve their queries.
Warm thanks.

Answer 3

Luan Cervantes 0

Seems that if you keep re-starting this works back to functional share links. Might be a flaw from recent update. Do a few re-starts and seems to work fine.

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