Local PC Backup: Difference between revisions
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=== [https://support.google.com/drive/answer/10838124?sjid=10042374596549437102-NA#macos&zippy=%2Cinstall-on-windows Windows Install] === | === [https://support.google.com/drive/answer/10838124?sjid=10042374596549437102-NA#macos&zippy=%2Cinstall-on-windows Windows Install] === | ||
Once you have the Google Drive application installed, you can manage synced local folders. | |||
# Open the Google Drive Application. | |||
# Click the settings gear icon at the top right. | |||
# Click "Preferences" in the drop down menu. | |||
# In the new window, click "Add folder". | |||
# A Finder (Mac) or File Explorer (Windows) will appear. Select the folder you wish to back up to Google Drive. | |||
[[File:Drivesynclocalfolder.png|left|thumb]] | |||
Revision as of 15:26, 12 January 2026
Storing files locally on your personal device is quick and easy but can be a problem if the device is no longer accessible. Google provides a tool that allows you to sync local folders and files to your Andrew Account's Google Drive. Follow the steps below to set up a local PC backup using Google Drive.
Google provides instructions on setting up the application.
MACOS Install
Windows Install
Once you have the Google Drive application installed, you can manage synced local folders.
- Open the Google Drive Application.
- Click the settings gear icon at the top right.
- Click "Preferences" in the drop down menu.
- In the new window, click "Add folder".
- A Finder (Mac) or File Explorer (Windows) will appear. Select the folder you wish to back up to Google Drive.
