Web versions of OneDrive and Microsoft Lists are becoming installable PWAs

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Published onJune 14, 2021

published onJune 14, 2021

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Microsoft is planning to turn its OneDrive cloud storage service into Progressive Web Apps (PWA). Indeed, the company has recently announced via Microsoft 365 Admin center message thatOneDrive for Business will be available as a progressive web appon Windows and macOS through web browsers in July 2021.

This release will allow any OneDrive for Business user to install the web app by simply hitting the plus icon available at the right of the address bar. “Users in your organization will be able to install OneDrive Progressive Web App (PWA) on their computers from Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox or other browser that supports Progressive Web Apps (with the exception of Safari). They will be able to pin and launch the app from their computer’s home screen or task bar, and perform the same actions that they are used to when working in the web version of OneDrive,” the company explained.

In addition to OneDrive for Business, the new Microsoft Lists app is also getting a similar treatment next month. This update will allow users to install Microsoft Lists as a desktop app from Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or other Chromium-based browsers that natively support PWAs. According to theMicrosoft 365 roadmap, the new PWA-based Lists app will begin rolling out to Targeted release customers in early July.

For those unfamiliar, PWAs are essentially websites, but these apps come with improved caching support, background functionality, and notification features to make them appear like traditional applications. The software giant has beenlooking into PWAs since 2018, and it’s currently testing new web-basedMicrosoft Teamsand “One Outlook” apps.

Overall, the new PWA experience should make it easier for users to manage or upload files and maintain lists on their computers. Do you see yourself using the new OneDrive for Business and Microsoft Lists PWAs, or do you prefer to access these apps within your browser? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

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