Quick Links
Many people take Google Drive for granted.
You store files there and go get them when you need them.
But there’s more to Google Drive than meets the eye.
Here are some of those useful features you may have missed.
Luckily, you have advancedsearch optionsthat make the task easier.
Then, tap the Show Search Options icon on the right side of the search box.
You’ll see many options it’s possible for you to use to find your file.
Select “Search” and then view your results.
Link Directly to Files
Another handy Google Drive feature isobtaining a direct link to your file.
you’re able to do this without even opening the file.
Then, save it to your notes for quick access or with a collaborator.
Right-nudge the file and choose “Get Link.”
To open an Office document, upload it to Google Drive like any other file.
When the file opens in the corresponding app, you’ll see the file format retained at the top.
pop kick open the document and go to the File tab.
Move to Download and pick the format in the pop-out menu.
This feature works with PDF and Microsoft Office files as well as images.
Right-tap the file and choose “Manage Versions.”
You’ll then see a pop-up window with each version of the file, including the current version.
Then, browse for the file and pick “Upload.”
Use the three dots to the right of the version to pick “Delete” or “Download.”
Additionally, you might take advantage of thedescriptions in Google Driveto add your own details.
With Activity, you’ll see things like when the file was uploaded or when it was edited.
To add a description to the file, use the Details tab in the sidebar.
input your text into the Description box at the bottom and hit Enter or Return.
This is a good way to distinguish between files with similar names.
Add Comments to Files
initiate the file in Preview mode.
key in your comment in the box that appears and click “Comment.”
As a bonus, you have the ability to assign your comment to that person.
Check the Assign To box and click “Assign.”
Then, pick “Scan.”
Tap the shutter button to scan the item and then use the checkmark to save it.
you could pick the trash can icon to recapture the scan if necessary.
Select “Save.”
Choose the location to save it within Google Drive and then tap “Save” again.
You’ll then see your scanned file as a PDF.
On iPhone
Open theiPhone Google Drive appand tap the plus sign to upload a file.
Then, pick “Use Camera.”
Tap the shutter button to capture the image select tap “Use Photo” to upload it.
you’re free to also pick “Retake” to recapture the shot if needed.
After a few moments, you’ll see your image in Google Drive.
Sometimes features are obvious, especially if they’re ones you use often.
But then there are others you don’t realize exist and would find super helpful.
Hopefully at least one of these Google Drive features is useful to you.
