Lesson 1: Introduction to Google Drive
Google Drive is a cloud-based storage solution from Google
Access via https://drive.google.com
It allows you to save documents, videos, photos, PDFs, and more
Files are stored safely online and automatically backed up
Lesson 2: Uploading and Organizing Files
Click “+ New” to upload files or folders
Drag-and-drop files directly into Drive
Create folders to categorize your content (e.g., Work, School, Personal)
Rename, move, or color-code folders for better organization
Use the Search bar to quickly find files by name or type
Lesson 3: Sharing and Collaboration
Right-click any file or folder and choose “Share”
Enter email addresses and set permissions: Viewer, Commenter, or Editor
Use Shareable links for wider access (can restrict to view-only)
Collaborate in real-time on Docs, Sheets, Slides directly within Drive
Use version history to track changes or restore earlier versions
Lesson 4: Managing Storage and Accessibility
Free storage includes 15 GB shared across Drive, Gmail, and Photos
View your storage usage at the bottom-left of Drive
Delete large or unnecessary files to free up space
Access files from any device using the Google Drive app
Enable Offline mode to view and edit certain files without internet