Keep It Safe: Uploading to Google Drive

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What is Google Drive?

Google Drive is like a digital backpack that holds all your files, pictures, and documents safely.

• The best part?

It’s always with you! When you upload your work to Google Drive, you can open it from any computer or even your phone. So, if you’re working on a big project or just need to keep a photo safe, Google Drive has your back.

Why Uploading Is Important

You can create or edit all kinds of things in Google Docs: stories, homework, drawings, and more.

• But what happens if you make something at home and then need it at school?
• Or what if you want to share your work with a friend?

Instead of re-typing everything, uploading your file to Google Drive is the perfect solution!

You can upload many different types of files to Google Drive.

Documents (like homework or stories)

Pictures

Videos

Presentations

PDFs (like flyers or permission slips)

How to Upload a File.

1. Open Google Drive

Go to drive.google.com and log in with your Gmail account.

2. Find the Upload Button

Once you’re in Google Drive, look for the + New button on the left side. Click it, then choose File upload. This is where you can choose a file from your computer to upload.

3. Choose the File

A window will pop up where you can find the file you want to upload. It could be a story, a picture, or anything else you want to store or share. Click on the file, then hit Open to upload it to Google Drive.

4. See the File in Your Drive

Once your file is uploaded, it will appear in your Google Drive! You can double-click on it to open it, or you can right-click to share it or move it to a folder.

Pro Tip: Convert Files to Google Docs Format!

Sometimes, if you upload a file from programs like Microsoft Word, Google Drive can convert it to Google Docs format automatically. This means you can edit it directly in Google Docs and avoid any problems with opening or saving files later.

But, be aware—sometimes this conversion can cause the text to look a little funny, so it’s a good idea to check over your document after it’s been converted.

Sharing Your Files

Once your files are in Google Drive, you can share them with classmates, teachers, or anyone who needs them. You can even let others edit your file if you’re working on a project together.

Just click the Share button, type their email, and choose whether they can view or edit the file.

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