Lesson 1: Introduction to Google Drive
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Google Drive is a cloud-based storage solution from Google
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Access via https://drive.google.com
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It allows you to save documents, videos, photos, PDFs, and more
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Files are stored safely online and automatically backed up
Lesson 2: Uploading and Organizing Files
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Click “+ New” to upload files or folders
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Drag-and-drop files directly into Drive
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Create folders to categorize your content (e.g., Work, School, Personal)
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Rename, move, or color-code folders for better organization
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Use the Search bar to quickly find files by name or type
Lesson 3: Sharing and Collaboration
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Right-click any file or folder and choose “Share”
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Enter email addresses and set permissions: Viewer, Commenter, or Editor
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Use Shareable links for wider access (can restrict to view-only)
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Collaborate in real-time on Docs, Sheets, Slides directly within Drive
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Use version history to track changes or restore earlier versions
Lesson 4: Managing Storage and Accessibility
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Free storage includes 15 GB shared across Drive, Gmail, and Photos
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View your storage usage at the bottom-left of Drive
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Delete large or unnecessary files to free up space
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Access files from any device using the Google Drive app
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Enable Offline mode to view and edit certain files without internet