Hey everyone, I’m having trouble downloading big files from my Google Drive. Every time I try to get them through my web browser, it fails. Doesn’t matter which browser I use, it’s always the same problem. I even tried getting the Google Drive app, but that just takes me back to the browser version. Any ideas on how I can use a desktop program to grab these files? I really need to get my hands on them, but nothing seems to work. Has anyone else run into this issue? What did you do to fix it? I’d appreciate any tips or tricks you can share. Thanks in advance for your help!
I’ve encountered similar issues with large Google Drive downloads. One effective solution I’ve found is using the Google Drive API with a third-party client. There are several options available, but I’ve had success with ‘gdrive’ - a command-line utility that interfaces directly with Google Drive. It bypasses browser limitations and allows for efficient, resumable downloads of large files. You’ll need to set up authentication initially, but once configured, it’s straightforward to use. Just be mindful of your API usage limits if you’re dealing with a high volume of downloads.
I’ve been in your shoes before, and I found a solution that works like a charm. Have you considered using Google Drive’s desktop application? It’s called ‘Google Drive for Desktop’ and it’s a game-changer for handling large files.
Unlike the web version, it syncs your Drive content directly to your computer, making downloads much more reliable.
What I love about it is that you can choose which folders to sync, so you’re not wasting space on unnecessary files. Plus, it works in the background, so you can just set it and forget it. The app handles the heavy lifting, and you’ll find your files right there in your file explorer.
Just remember to keep an eye on your available disk space. These large files can eat up storage pretty quickly if you’re not careful. But overall, it’s been a lifesaver for me when dealing with hefty files from Drive.
hey JumpingRabbit, have u tried using rclone? it’s a command-line tool that can sync files with google drive. it’s pretty fast and reliable for big files. just gotta set it up first, but then u can download stuff without a browser. might be worth checking out if ur still stuck