In the next window, you’ll be able to select where your Google Drive folder will be placed on your computer, as well as which folders will be synced. I want to know what data this software is backing up– rather than just starting sync. On Getting Started (2 of 2) I clicked Advanced Setup. Click Next on the first screen letting you know a folder will be created on your computer. Here comes the essential part, where you configure the way the software works. If you’re the only one using the computer, I suggest checking to Stay Signed In. Once everything is installed, you’re prompted to log in with your Google Email and Password. Double click it to start the download and installation process. You’ll get a small file, under 1MB executable file downloaded to your system. This is completely optional, you don’t have to agree to this to use Google Drive. You have the option to send usage stats and crash reports automatically. I’ve noticed a lot of criticism about the terms in the tech community today. There is some interesting language in the terms that you might not want to agree to. Read over the Google Drive Terms of Service carefully. Now, click Download Google Drive on your PC to install the software. You’ll get to your Google Drive and you’ll notice that all of your Google Docs are already synced with the service.įrom here, you’re still able to preview and Share files with anyone you like. Next, you’ll see a Welcome to Google Drive message and can watch the promo video if you want. Now click Go to Google Drive on the top right of the window. If you’ve received that e-mail, just go to the Google Drive page and you’ll get a page that looks something like the one below.

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