Hey everyone, I’m trying to figure out how to move my Google Drive folder on Windows. Right now it’s in the default spot (C:/User Name/Google Drive), but I want to put it somewhere else. Does anyone know if this is possible? And if so, how do I make sure it still syncs properly after moving it? I’m not super tech-savvy, so any simple steps would be really helpful. Thanks in advance for any advice!
Absolutely, relocating your Google Drive folder is doable. I’ve done this on multiple Windows machines. Here’s a straightforward method: First, exit the Google Drive application completely. Then, manually move your existing Google Drive folder to the desired location using File Explorer. Once moved, restart Google Drive. It should prompt you to locate the folder. Simply point it to the new location, and you’re set. The application will verify the contents and resume syncing. This approach minimizes downtime and doesn’t require account disconnection. Just ensure you have enough space in the new location before initiating the move.
yeah, you can move your drive folder! i did it last week on my pc. just disconnect your account in drive settings, select a new location, and reconnect. if you have lots of files, give it some time. good luck!
Yes, you can relocate your Google Drive folder from its default location. I moved mine on a Windows machine and found a simple approach that worked well. I began by opening Google Drive and accessing the settings. Then I went into Preferences and disconnected my account temporarily to choose a new folder path. After signing back in, Google Drive resumed syncing at the new location. Be aware that if you have many files, the process might take a while, so it’s best to perform the move when you can afford a little downtime.