However, files created with Google Docs, Google Sheets, or any of their other programs are not editable (or even readable) without an internet connection.

You can set Google Drive for Desktop to store files both locally and in the cloud. You can use it to automatically back up files and photos to the cloud, synchronize files between devices, and interact with cloud-based files in a way that feels more like you're working on your local PC.

What Is Google Drive for Desktop?ĭrive for Desktop is a program that automatically syncs specified folders on your PC to your online Google Drive account. Here's everything you need to know about how to set up Google Drive for Desktop on your PC. Google has been doing its part to make sure everyone has a backup of important data, and it even offers a desktop client for Google Drive.

Right-click additional folders and select 'Sync or Backup This Folder' to add it to your Google Drive.

Add the files and folders you want synced to the virtual drive Google Drive creates.

Install the Google Drive for Desktop application from the Google website.

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