Are you looking to get started with Google Drive? In this video, we'll cover
the basics of using this free cloud-based storage service. To get
started just go to www.google.com in your web browser
then locate and select Sign in.
Now if you don't already have a Google account, select Create Account near the
bottom of the screen.
Otherwise, you'll want to go ahead and enter the email address and password for
your Google account.
Once you've signed in, locate and select the grid near the upper right corner
then choose Drive. Your Google Drive will appear. Now you may notice that there's
nothing here yet but it's easy to add files to your Google Drive. Just click
the New button on the left to create a new file or folder. Or, if you already
have a file on your computer, you can upload it by simply dragging it into your drive.
And there we go.
Let's look at a different account that's been using Google Drive for a while. Here you can see
different files and folders that are stored on the Google Drive. If you select
the file, you'll see additional options for it appear at the top of the screen.
On the left you'll also be able to access your Folders, files shared with you, and more.
Another thing you'll notice is the option to get Google Drive for your PC
If you choose to install this, you'll be able to quickly access the files on
your Google Drive from a folder on your computer. Any files that you move
into that folder will automatically be uploaded to your drive.
One other thing we'd like to mention is that Google Drive mobile app. Available for
iOS and Android devices, the Google Drive app allows you to view and upload
files from your mobile device wherever you are.
This can be really convenient if you want to access a file on the go or upload
something from your phone. Now it's worth pointing out you can also edit documents
on your mobile device, but you'll need to download separate apps to do this, such as the
free Google Docs or Google sheets app. OK, those are the basics and they should be
enough to help you get started with Google Drive!