To save your files in Google Drive, you have several options depending on the device and file type:
Saving Files to Google Drive on a Computer
- Uploading Existing Files:
- Go to drive.google.com and sign in.
- Click the "New" or red "Create" button on the left.
- Select "File upload."
- Choose the file from your computer to upload.
- The file will appear in your "My Drive" folder and can be opened, edited, or shared from there
- Saving Files Directly from Applications:
When working in Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides, your changes are saved automatically to Google Drive as you work, provided you have an internet connection
- Saving a New File from Your Computer to Drive:
If you create a file outside Google Drive, you can save it directly to Drive by selecting Google Drive as the save location in the "Save As" dialog of your application (after installing Google Drive for desktop if needed)
- Using Google Drive for Desktop:
This app lets you sync files from your computer to Google Drive. You can copy or move files into the Google Drive folder on your PC, and they will sync to the cloud automatically
Saving Files from Mobile Devices
- Using the Google Drive App:
- Open the Drive app.
- Tap the "+" button.
- Select "Upload."
- Choose files from your device to upload
- From Other Apps:
Use the "Share" option in any app to send files directly to Google Drive if the option is available
Additional Tips
- You can organize files into folders by creating folders in Drive and moving files into them
- To save web content or screenshots directly to Drive, you can use the "Save to Google Drive" Chrome extension, which adds options to save pages, images, or media directly from the browser
- Google Drive supports many file types including documents, images, videos, PDFs, and Microsoft Office files
In summary, saving files in Google Drive can be done by uploading files via the website or app, saving directly from Google Workspace apps which autosave, or syncing files using Google Drive for desktop for seamless backup and access
