SharePoint “Sync” Option Not Available

Considering the perspective of a technical expert, here's a brief analysis of why SharePoint button is missing:

• Browser compatibility issues.
• Incorrect settings.
• Version disparities.
• Bad network connection.
• Unfixed errors and bugs.

 

This is how to fix this issue:

Fix 1: Verify SharePoint and OneDrive Permissions

If you encounter the sync button not showing in SharePoint issue, it may be due to insufficient permissions. Follow these steps to check your access rights:

Step 1: Go to the SharePoint Admin Center and select Settings > OneDrive in the right pane. Then select Sync.

Step 2: Ensure that the option Show the Sync button on the OneDrive website is checked. Please note that the Sync button might not appear immediately, so allow some time.

Fix 2: Confirm SharePoint Library Offline Status

When permission issues cause the missing sync button, it's essential to determine if the SharePoint library is offline. Follow these steps based on your administrative role:

For Site Administrators: Go to the SharePoint site, click on the Settings gear, and choose "Site Settings." Under the "Search" section, select "Search and Offline Availability," and ensure that "Offline Client Availability" is set to "Yes." Click "OK."

For Library Administrators: Access the library and choose the "Library" tab. If you don't see the Library tab, click the Gear icon in the Settings menu, and then select "Library settings." In the "General Settings" section, choose "Advanced Settings." Scroll down to the "Offline Client Availability" option and set it to "Yes." Click "OK."

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If you find the SharePoint “Sync” option not available issue, using MultCloud can fix this issue.