Hey everyone,
I’ve got a spreadsheet with about 500 links to Google Docs. I’m trying to figure out if there’s a way to download all these docs at once without having to open each link individually. It would save me a ton of time if I could do this in bulk.
Has anyone done something like this before? Maybe there’s a script or tool that can help? I’m not super tech-savvy, so any advice would be really appreciated.
Thanks in advance for any help you can offer!
hey i tried a similar process. i used a little batch downloader app i found online for drive files. it worked pretty smooth if you dont feel like writing scripts. might be a quick fix for you if u wanna avoid code hassles!
I’ve dealt with this issue before in my work. One effective solution I found was using the Google Drive desktop application. After installing it, you can sync the folder containing all those documents to your local machine. This method allows you to download all the files simultaneously without opening each one individually. It’s relatively straightforward to set up, even for those who aren’t particularly tech-savvy. Just ensure you have enough storage space on your computer, as 500 documents could take up a significant amount of space depending on their content. Also, be prepared for it to take some time, especially if you have a slower internet connection.
I recently faced a similar challenge and resolved it by using Google Apps Script. I set up a script that reads the links directly from the spreadsheet, extracts each document ID, and then uses the Drive API to download the files. Although it initially seemed daunting if you’re not into coding, several online tutorials helped me through the process. Once set up, this method can be reused anytime, making bulk downloads more efficient. Just keep in mind that downloading a large number of documents may take some time depending on file sizes and your connection.