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Class 6 - INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE DRIVE

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INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE DRIVE

1. Introduction to Google Drive

 What is Google Drive?


o Google Drive is a cloud storage service provided by Google. It allows you
to store your files online, so you can access them from any device with an
internet connection.
o It’s a free service with 15GB of storage available to each user.
 Why use Google Drive?
o Access anywhere: You can access your files from any computer, phone,
or tablet.
o Easy sharing and collaboration: You can share files with others and
work on them together in real-time.
o Security: Google Drive automatically saves your files and keeps them
safe from being lost.

2. Using Google Drive

 How does Google Drive work?


o You store your files (like documents, photos, videos, etc.) in Google Drive,
and it keeps them safe in the cloud.
o You can access Google Drive from any internet-enabled device by logging
into your Google account.
 Main Features of Google Drive:
o Store documents, photos, and other files online.
o Share files and folders with others.
o Edit documents online with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
o Automatically sync your files across different devices.

3. Setting Up and Getting Started with Google Drive

 How to Set Up Google Drive:


1. Create a Google Account: If you don't have one, sign up for a free
Google account at www.google.com.
2. Sign In to Google Drive: Go to drive.google.com and sign in with your
Google account credentials.
3. Start Using Google Drive: Once signed in, you can begin using Google
Drive to store and organize your files.
4. Accessing Google Drive

 Ways to Access Google Drive:


o On a computer: Open a web browser (like Google Chrome) and go to
drive.google.com.
o On a phone or tablet: Download the Google Drive app from the Google
Play Store (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS). Sign in with your
Google account to access your files.
 Logging into Google Drive:
o Open the Google Drive website or app.
o Enter your Google account username and password.
o Once logged in, you can view and manage all your stored files.

5. Google Drive Interface

 Overview of the Google Drive Interface:


o My Drive: This is where you can see all your personal files and folders.
o Shared with Me: Shows files and folders that others have shared with
you.
o Recent: Displays files you’ve recently worked on.
o Trash: Files you delete are moved to Trash before they’re permanently
deleted.
o Search Bar: Allows you to search for files or folders within Google Drive.
 Icons to know:
o Folder Icon: Used to organize and store your files.
o File Icons: Different file types (documents, spreadsheets, presentations,
etc.) have their own icons.
o Share Icon: Shows that a file or folder is shared with others.

6. Creating and Uploading Files and Folders on Google Drive

 Creating Files:
1. Click on the "New" Button: It is located on the left side of the screen.
2. Choose a File Type: You can create documents (Google Docs),
spreadsheets (Google Sheets), presentations (Google Slides), and more.
3. Start Working: A new file will open in the Google Drive interface for you
to start working on.
 Uploading Files and Folders:
1. Click on the "New" Button.
2. Select "File Upload" or "Folder Upload": Choose the file or folder from
your computer that you want to upload to Google Drive.
3. Wait for the Upload to Complete: Once uploaded, the file will appear in
"My Drive."

7. Sharing and Collaborating Files in Google Drive

 How to Share Files and Folders:


1. Right-Click on the File or Folder: In Google Drive, right-click the file or
folder you want to share.
2. Click "Share": A sharing window will appear.
3. Enter Email Addresses: Add the email addresses of people you want to
share the file or folder with.
4. Set Permissions: You can choose if people can View, Comment, or Edit
the file.
5. Click "Send": The file is now shared with the selected people.
 Collaborating in Google Drive:

o Real-time Editing: If you give others permission to Edit a file, they can
make changes at the same time as you.
o Comments: People can leave comments on the document for feedback
or discussion.
o Notifications: You will be notified when someone makes changes or
comments on a shared file.

Conclusion:

Google Drive is a powerful and easy-to-use tool for storing, sharing, and collaborating
on files. It allows you to access your files from any device with an internet connection
and share them with others for teamwork. Whether you're storing photos, writing
reports, or collaborating with classmates, Google Drive makes it simple to manage and
work with your documents.

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