OneDrive Integration
Connect OneDrive and watch PDFs get renamed automatically. Drop files into watched folders—processed in 30-60 seconds with AI-generated filenames that make documents easy to find. Bookkeepers save 10+ hours per week on manual renaming.
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Watch how OneDrive automation transforms your document workflow—from connection to organized files—in under 3 minutes
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does setup take?
- Most users connect and complete their first rename in under 3 minutes. Connect Microsoft account (30 seconds), create watched folder (1 minute), drop a PDF and see it renamed (30-60 seconds).
- Does this work with OneDrive for Business?
- Yes. Supports personal and business Microsoft 365 accounts, including SharePoint-synced folders. Works with shared team folders and maintains existing permissions.
- How long does processing take?
- Files are renamed within 30-60 seconds of being added to a watched folder. Complex documents with lots of text may take up to 2 minutes. Processing happens automatically in the background.
- What documents get 95%+ accuracy?
- Invoices, receipts, bank statements, contracts, utility bills, and most standardized PDFs. You see the suggested filename before processing and can customize folder settings to improve accuracy for your document types.
- What file types are supported?
- Currently only PDF files are processed. Other file types in watched folders are ignored. PDFs can be scanned documents, text-based PDFs, or mixed content.
- Can I rename files in-place without moving them?
- Yes. Choose "In-place" destination mode to rename files in their current location, or "Move to Renamed" to organize files into folder structures (by date, issuer, type, or custom prompt).
- What happens to existing files?
- Click "Sync Now" to process all PDFs currently in watched folders (including all subfolders). New files are processed automatically via webhooks within 30-60 seconds.
- How does pricing work?
- Usage-based: each PDF processed consumes 1 credit. Free tier includes 50 renames per month. Pro plans start at 500 docs/month with priority processing and shared team rules.
- What happens if a file is renamed incorrectly?
- You can correct it manually in OneDrive and adjust your folder settings (template, custom prompt, or organization strategy). Future files from similar documents will use your improved settings. All renames preserve the original file content.
- Can I watch subfolders?
- Yes. Watched folders monitor all subfolders recursively. Place PDFs anywhere in the folder tree (e.g., /Invoices/2024/January/) and they are processed automatically without extra configuration.
- Is OneDrive integration available?
- Yes, OneDrive integration is now available to all users. Connect your Microsoft account and start renaming files automatically in watched folders.
Before You Connect
- Microsoft 365 account (Personal, Business, or Enterprise)
- renamed.to account
- PDF files to organize
How It Works
OAuth 2.0 connection to Microsoft account (2 clicks, 30 seconds)
Microsoft Graph API webhooks monitor watched folders for new PDFs in real-time
OCR + LLM engine processes PDFs and generates filenames in 30-60 seconds—no manual review needed
Files renamed in-place or moved to organized structure (by date, issuer, type, or custom prompt) based on your folder configuration
Before → After
scan_01.pdf
2025-10-15_Receipt_OfficeDepot_124.50.pdf
Scanned receipt processed in 45 seconds. Date, vendor, and amount extracted automatically. No manual typing required.
invoice_jan.pdf
2025-01-15_Invoice_AcmeCorp_INV-12345.pdf
Invoice renamed with date, client name, and invoice number in 50 seconds. Moved to /Renamed/2025/AcmeCorp/ using "By Date & Issuer" organization strategy.
statement_q1.pdf
2025_Q1_BankStatement_Chase_Checking.pdf
Bank statement organized by quarter with bank name and account type. Processed automatically when dropped into watched folder.
download(3).pdf
2025-03-15_Contract_AcmeCorp_Software_License_2025-2026.pdf
Generic download filename transformed into descriptive contract name with counterparty, type, and term dates. Moved to organized folder structure.
Why Teams Choose OneDrive
- First rename in 30-60 seconds—complete setup and see results in under 3 minutes
- 95%+ accuracy on invoices, receipts, statements, and contracts
- Process 100s of PDFs per month automatically—no manual work required
- Works with OneDrive Personal and Business accounts, including SharePoint
- Recursive subfolder monitoring—drop files anywhere in folder tree, all processed automatically
- In-place rename or organized move with custom folder structures (by date, issuer, type, or custom prompt)
Who Uses It
Common Use Cases
Accountant Processing Receipts
Drop scanned receipts into a watched folder. Files renamed with date, vendor, and amount in 30-60 seconds. Processes 50-200 receipts per week automatically.
scan_2025_10_07.pdf → 2025-10-07_Receipt_OfficeDepot_124.50.pdf (processed in 45 seconds)
Bookkeeper Organizing Invoices
Watch your Invoices folder. New PDFs renamed with client name, invoice number, and date, then organized by year and vendor. Saves 8-12 hours per week on manual filing.
invoice1.pdf → 2025-03-15_Invoice_AcmeCorp_INV-12345.pdf → moved to /Renamed/2025/AcmeCorp/
Researcher Saving Academic Papers
Save research PDFs to a watched folder. AI extracts title, author, and publication year for consistent naming. Find papers 4x faster with searchable filenames.
paper_final.pdf → 2025_Research_Methods_Academic_Study_Smith_Johnson.pdf
Legal Admin Processing Contracts
Watch contracts folder. NDAs and agreements renamed with counterparty name, document type, and effective date. Perfect audit trail with zero manual work.
document.pdf → 2025-03-15_NDA_AcmeCorp_Mutual_NDA_2025.pdf
Setup Guide
Follow these steps to get started in minutes
Connect Microsoft Account (30 seconds)
Go to Settings → Integrations → OneDrive. Click "Continue with Microsoft" and authorize access. Works with personal or business Microsoft 365 accounts.
Microsoft Graph permissions requested:
- Files.ReadWrite.All (to rename and move files)
- User.Read (to identify your account)
- offline_access (to maintain connection without re-auth)Create or Select Watched Folder (1 minute)
Create a new subfolder in renamed.to (e.g., "Receipts") OR select any existing OneDrive folder to watch. PDFs in the watched folder and all subfolders are processed automatically. Recursive monitoring means you don't need to configure each subfolder separately.
Configure Settings & Activate (2 minutes)
Expand the folder to configure: organization strategy (by date, issuer, type, or custom prompt), filename template (Auto recommended for 95%+ accuracy), destination mode (in-place or move to organized structure), output language, and optional custom prompt. Toggle the folder to "Active" when ready—folders are paused by default until you enable them.
See Your First Rename (30-60 seconds)
Drop a PDF into the watched folder or click "Sync Now" to process existing files. Your first file is renamed within 30-60 seconds. Processing continues automatically in the background—no manual work needed.
Ready to go!
You're all set. Your files will now be automatically renamed and organized.
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