Google Drive Data Export

Google Drive Data Export


1. Sign in to Google Drive

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to the Google Drive website (https://www.google.com/drive).
  2. Sign in with your Google account credentials (email and password).


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2. Locate the File or Folder You Want to Download

  1. Once signed in, you will see the Google Drive interface displaying your files and folders.
  2. Navigate through the folders to find the file you want to download. Double Click on the folders to open.


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3. Select the File(s) You Want to Download

  1. To select a file for download, simply click on the folder or file name.


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  1. To select multiple files, hold down the Control key (Ctrl) while clicking on files or folders.


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4. Download the File(s)

  1. After selecting the file(s), you have a couple of options to initiate the download:


  1. Right-click on the selected file(s) and choose "Download."



  1. Alternatively, you can click on the "Download" button in the toolbar at the top of the page.


5. Save the File

  1. Save the file in a location of your choice.
  2. Change the file name if needed.



(If you select multiple files or folders your browser will download a .zip file that will contain all the files and folders you selected.)


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