How to transfer ownership of files and folders in Google Drive

 

How to transfer ownership of files and folders in Google Drive

When you create any files in Google Docs, Spreadsheets, and Slides, or upload to Google Drive, Google automatically owns you. That said, you can modify the identity of your Google Drive files (Docs, Spreadsheets, and Slides) and folders to anyone you like, as long as that person has an email address. This way you can change the ownership of a large number of files and folders in Google Drive.

 

Let us know how to transfer ownership of files and folders in Google Drive.

 

Open the Google App Launcher and go to the Google Drive web app.

 

Once there, sign in with your Google credentials (email and password).

 

Next search for the file / folder you want the ownership to be transferred. After that, find and click on Visible Share in the region above the screen. If the file is assigned to someone, you can skip this step.

 

Transfer ownership of files and folders in Google Drive

 

Now, on the sharing screen that opens, enter the email address of the person you would like to transfer file / folder ownership to.

 

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If you are assigned, tap the Send button to send that person, an email with a link attached next to it.

 

This gives the person easy access, to a shared file or folder.

 

When a file or folder is shared, click on the share icon again

 

On the 'Share' screen that opens, click on the 'Advanced' link.

 

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Then, under the 'Share Settings' screen, find the person you want to transfer file ownership to.

 

Try finding her under the ‘Who has access’ option by clicking on the drop-down menu associated with the edit icon.

 

When available, select Owner in the options list and hit the Save Changes button.

 

When you are told to confirm the action, accept it and proceed to the next step. A new person who can now access your file / folder and own it. Someone can remove your access to a file / folder.

 

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Please note that you cannot make a person outside your domain, the owner of your Google Doc. Only Google Apps customers can transfer ownership of the synced or uploaded file (such as PDF or image file).

 

In my next post, we will see how we can set a default expiration date for your Google Drive files and folders.

 

 

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How to sync content to all devices with Google Drive for desktop

We all know and have used Google Drive from its web platform or our mobile apps but it is now available as a desktop tool as well. Earlier this month, Google announced Google Drive for Desktop, a tool that will help you sync and access all of your files directly from the cloud on your PC. This will help us save more disk space and will save our network bandwidth.

 

All Drive settings have changed and all Backup & Sync tools for free account administrators are being replaced by Google Drive for Desktop. However, you can still use Google Drive as you used in the web browser and applications as before if you want. But if you have saved large files to put in your Drive, this desktop tool will be a better option for you.

 

Table of Contents-

 

Why should I use Google Drive on desktop?

How do I get Google Drive on my desktop?

How to turn on Google Drive for desktop

Securely create your files

Choose How You Want to Sync Your Content to My Drive

Why should I use Google Drive on desktop?

Desktop Drive is a file synchronization service rather than a cloud storage service like many others. All your files and data will be available simultaneously on your hard drive and on the web. Also, because all your files are stored in the cloud, all changes made by you or other participants are automatically updated.

 

The tool also allows you to access your files when you are offline and sync them again when you are online.

 

How do I get Google Drive on my desktop?

Before you start installing or using the Desktop Drive, make sure that no Backup and Sync programs are running on your PC.

 

There are three basic steps to navigate a desktop drive - Download, Install, and check sync status. When you download and install this program on your PC, it first syncs your files.

 

On your PC, open:

 

GoogleDriveSetup.exe for Windows

Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install Desktop Drive.

While the system syncs your files, any changes you make to any visible connectors will be visible to another. This means that, if you have removed something from your location from your Desktop Drive, it will also be deleted from your Drive.

Check your sync status. When the download is complete, it means that all your data has been successfully uploaded to your Drive and you can access it from any device installed on Desktop Drive.

Files with sync have not been uploaded to Drive yet.

 

Created "" files are successfully uploaded and can be accessed from Drive in any browser or on any device with Drive installed.

 

Open Google Drive for desktop

Once you've downloaded, installed, and synced, you can find your Desktop Drive tool at the bottom right of your screen with the icon left on your system tray.

 

 

 

You can change your preferences, pause to sync, and check the list of errors in the settings button provided in the top right corner. Click Preferences and it will open the Desktop Drive tool.

 

Securely create your files

How to sync content to all devices with Google Drive for desktop

 

Click Add Folder to add your content to Drive. Here you will find two options-

 

Sync with Google Drive

Here you upload and sync all your files and files and folders, including photos and videos. If you delete or edit any file, those changes will be automatically synced.

 

Back up Google Photos

Here you only upload photos and videos and if you edit or delete any files, those changes will not be automatically synced.

 

Select How You Want to Sync My

Upload files and folders to Google Drive

Want to find out more from Google Drive about work or school? Sign up for a free Google Workplace trial.

You can upload, view, share, and edit files with Google Drive. When you upload a file to Google Drive, it will take up space in your Drive, even if you upload it to someone else's folder.

 

File types

Texts

Photos

Sounds

Video

Computer AndroidiPhone and iPad

Upload files and folders

On your computer, you can download from drive.google.com or your desktop. You can upload files to private or shared folders.

 

On your computer, go to drive.google.com.

At the top left, click New and Upload File or Upload Folder.

Select the file or folder you want to upload.

Drag files into Google Drive

On your computer, go to drive.google.com.

Open or create a folder.

To upload files and folders, drag them to the Google Drive folder.

Use Backup and Sync

Install the application on your computer.

On your computer, you'll see a folder called "Google Drive."

Drag files or folders into that folder. They will upload to Drive and you will see them on drive.google.com.

Save to print look

Important: Be sure to install Save in Google Drive Extension.

 

On your computer, open Chrome.

Open the page, image, or file you want to print.

Above, click File and Print.

In the window, select Save to Drive or click See More and save to Drive.

Click Print.

Convert documents to Google formats

If you want to upload files that are similar to Microsoft Word documents, you can change the settings to convert files.

 

Important: You can only change Google Drive settings from your computer.

 

Using a computer, go to drive.google.com/drive/settings.

Next to "Modify uploads," check the box.

Upload files with the same name

If you upload a file of the same name, Google Drive will upload that file as an update to an existing file in Google Drive.

 

To save both files:

 

On your computer, go to drive.google.com.

Upload a file.

Click Save as a separate file.

 

 

How to add everything you care to Google Drive

Make full use of your free account.

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You may not know it yet, but everyone with a Google Account has Google Drive. And each Google Drive comes with 15GB of free storage, with plans available for up to 30 terabytes of additional space for a price. But before you can upgrade, you will need to know how to upload files to Google Drive.

 

Currently, there are three ways to upload content to your Google Drive. Which is best for you depending on where you store your personal information and your computer skills level. Users who are not comfortable installing programs on their system will appreciate the ability to upload files through their browser. Advanced computer users and people who transfer files from their desktop to their Drive will always want to install Google Drive Sync. And Google fans who want to save files from their phone to their Google Drive will appreciate the Drive app.

 

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No matter which method you choose, Google Drive is an essential tool for saving your daily storage needs. Whether you want to upload files, folders, photos, music, or photos, here's everything you need to know.

 

How to upload files to Google Drive from your browser

Uploading files to your Google Drive through your browser is the most straightforward way available. First, go to https://drive.google.com. This will show you everything already stored in your Google Drive. To save the file to your computer simply select it in its folder on your computer and drag it to the Google Drive window in your browser. Google will automatically upload your file. That's all it takes. Keep in mind, different file sizes take different times to load, so do not close your Google Drive window until you are notified that your upload has been successful.

 

How to upload files to Google Drive from your browser

How to upload files to Google Drive by syncing Google Drive

Like Dropbox, Google Drive lets you set up a folder on your computer that automatically syncs with your online storage. Instead of having to import each file or folder into your Google Drive manually, this method allows you to store your data in a folder on your computer and sync it online. Here's how to set it up.

 

1) Go to https://www.google.com/drive/download/ and select Download from personal choice.

 

2) When your download is complete, use the Backup and Sync installation file.

 

3) Follow the installation process, including signing in to your Google Account. Make sure when selecting a folder on your computer to match that there is enough space on your host. Select Select Folder to set your destination for storage if you do not like those suggested by Google.

 

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4) Select if you want your photos and videos to be saved in their original size or in optimized quality. Google's high-quality option keeps your content at a reduced file size, helping you reduce your use of online storage. These files look good but may not be of the same standard as the original files. When you use Google Drive to store high-quality images, you'll want to choose the right quality. Everyone will probably not be able to tell the difference.

 

5) Choose how much Google Drive you will sync to your computer. Most users will not always need access to their Google Drive. By choosing which folders you sync, your computer users can save valuable space on their machine. In a world where laptops can no longer normally come with a terabyte hard drive, efficiency with your last hard drive is more important than ever. Only sync folders to your Drive that you need to be able to access without shooting the browser. When you're ready, press Start. Google Drive will open on your computer and begin syncing your files.