How to Use Powershell to Download Files From Sharepoint?

To use PowerShell to download files from SharePoint, you can use the SharePoint Online Management Shell. First, install the SharePoint Online Management Shell on your computer. Then, you can use PowerShell commands to connect to your SharePoint site and download files using the Get-PnpFile cmdlet. You will need to specify the URL of the SharePoint site, the folder path where the file is located, and the file name. Once you have connected to the SharePoint site and specified the file you want to download, you can use the Save-PnpFile cmdlet to save the file to a location on your computer. Make sure to provide the correct credentials and permissions to access the SharePoint site and download files.

How to install PowerShell on my computer?

To install PowerShell on your computer, follow these steps:

1. Open a web browser and go to the official PowerShell GitHub repository: https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell
2. Click on the "Releases" tab to view the latest releases of PowerShell.
3. Download the appropriate installer for your operating system. For Windows, you can download the .msi installer. For macOS, you can download the .pkg installer. For Linux, you can download the .tar.gz package.
4. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
5. Once the installation is complete, you can open PowerShell by searching for it in the Start menu (Windows) or by opening the Terminal (macOS/Linux) and typing "powershell".
6. You can now start using PowerShell commands to automate tasks and manage your computer system.

How to download multiple files from SharePoint using PowerShell?

To download multiple files from SharePoint using PowerShell, you can use the following script:

1. Open PowerShell ISE or PowerShell command window.
2. Connect to SharePoint using the following script:

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# Connect to SharePoint
$siteURL = "https://siteurl"
$libraryName = "LibraryName"
$destinationFolder = "C:\Path\To\Download\Folder"

$creds = Get-Credential
Connect-PnPOnline -Url $siteURL -Credentials $creds

1. Use the following script to download multiple files from SharePoint library to a local destination folder:

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# Download multiple files from SharePoint library
$files = Get-PnPListItem -List $libraryName
foreach ($file in $files) {
    $fileURL = $file.FieldValues.FileRef
    $fileName = $file.FieldValues.FileLeafRef
    $destinationPath = Join-Path -Path $destinationFolder -ChildPath $fileName
    Get-PnPFile -Url $fileURL -Path $destinationPath -FileName $fileName -AsFile
}

1. Run the script in the PowerShell window to download multiple files from the SharePoint library to the specified local destination folder.

Note: Make sure you have the SharePoint Online Management Shell module installed in your PowerShell environment before running the script. You can install the module using the following command: Install-Module -Name SharePointPnPPowerShellOnline.

How to resume a failed download from SharePoint using PowerShell?

To resume a failed download from SharePoint using PowerShell, you can follow these steps:

1. Open PowerShell on your computer.
2. Use the following script to download the file from SharePoint with the option to resume the download if it fails:

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$webUrl = "https://yoursharepointsite.com"
$libraryName = "Documents"
$fileName = "example.docx"
$localPath = "C:\Path\To\Save"

$web = Get-SPWeb $webUrl
$library = $web.Lists[$libraryName]
$file = $library.Items | ? {$_.Name -eq $fileName}

Start-BitsTransfer -Source $file.Url -Destination $localPath -Priority High -Resume

1. Replace the placeholders with your SharePoint site URL, library name, file name, and local path where you want to save the file.
2. Run the script in PowerShell. It will start downloading the file from SharePoint, and if the download fails, it will automatically resume from where it left off.

By using this PowerShell script, you can resume a failed download from SharePoint without having to start the download from the beginning.

How to troubleshoot common issues when downloading files from SharePoint using PowerShell?

1. Check your internet connection: Make sure you have a stable internet connection before trying to download files from SharePoint using PowerShell. Slow or intermittent connections can cause issues with downloading files.
2. Verify permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and download files from the SharePoint site. Check with your SharePoint administrator to ensure your account has the appropriate permissions.
3. Use correct URL: Make sure you are using the correct URL to access the SharePoint site and download files. Double-check the URL in your PowerShell script to ensure it is correct.
4. Check for typos: Typos in your PowerShell script can cause errors when trying to download files from SharePoint. Double-check the syntax and ensure there are no typos in the commands.
5. Update PowerShell: Make sure you are using the latest version of PowerShell to ensure compatibility with SharePoint. Update PowerShell to the latest version if necessary.
6. Check file size: Large files may take longer to download and can cause issues if your network connection is slow or unstable. Check the file size before downloading and consider downloading smaller files if needed.
7. Debug script: If you are still experiencing issues, try adding debug statements to your PowerShell script to identify where the problem is occurring. This can help pinpoint the issue and troubleshoot more effectively.
8. Consult SharePoint documentation: If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consult the SharePoint documentation or reach out to the SharePoint support team for assistance. They may be able to provide additional guidance on troubleshooting common download issues.