Adding Google Drive to the file explorer on Windows can be an incredibly useful tool for those who use Google Drive regularly. Having Google Drive as a folder in your file explorer can make it easy to access your files and folders without having to go through a web browser. Here’s how you can add Google Drive to file explorer on Windows:

Step 1: Download and Install Google Drive

If you haven’t installed Google Drive on your computer yet, you need to do that first. Visit the official website of Google Drive and download the installation file. Follow the installation process to install Google Drive on your computer.

Step 2: Navigate to the Google Drive Folder Location

Open Windows file explorer and navigate to the location where you want the Google Drive folder to appear. Typically, users will place the Google Drive folder within the “Quick access” section of the file explorer.

Step 3: Right-click in the Area Where You Want to Add Google Drive

Once you have navigated to the location where you want the Google Drive folder to appear, right-click in the area and select the “New” option.

Step 4: Create a New Folder

Select the “Folder” option from the “New” menu to create a new folder where the Google Drive folder will be placed. Give this folder a unique name, such as “Google Drive,” or whatever you prefer.

Step 5: Right-click the New Folder

Right-click the newly created folder and choose the “Properties” option from the menu.

Step 6: Select the Location Tab

In the “Properties” window, select the “Location” tab.

Step 7: Enter the Google Drive Folder Location

In the “Location” tab, enter the location of the Google Drive folder. By default, the Google Drive folder will likely be located in your user profile. The full path should look something like this: C:\Users\[Your User Name]\Google Drive. Replace [Your User Name] with the name of your user account.

Step 8: Move the Google Drive Folder to Your New Folder

Once you have entered the location of the Google Drive folder, click on the “Move” button. You should see a confirmation dialog box. Click “Yes” to move the Google Drive folder to the new folder you just created in step 4.

Step 9: Access Your Google Drive Files from File Explorer

Once you have completed these steps, you should see the Google Drive folder within the location you specified in step 2. Simply click on the folder to view your Google Drive files and folders.

Conclusion

Adding Google Drive to file explorer on Windows allows you to access your Google Drive files more easily without having to navigate through a web browser. It’s a simple process that can be completed by following the steps outlined above. With Google Drive readily available in your file explorer, you’ll be able to work more efficiently and effectively with your files and folders.