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Google Drive allows individuals and teams to store files on the cloud without sacrificing valuable hard drive space. One great companion app to Google Drive that you may not know about is Google Drive File Stream. File Stream allows you to work with your files without downloading them first. Access your projects on all of your devices via the app, then easily share your work with others. First, go to Google Drive File Stream drive from the left panel on a folder explorer window. Then, launch any of the displayed folder and list all the stored files in the drive. Then, right-click on any of the file or folder and select Drive File StreamAvailable Offline. Google Drive for desktop (formerly Google Drive File Stream) is a desktop application that allows you to quickly access all of your Google Drive files on demand, directly from your computer without losing precious drive space.Your files are stored in the cloud instead of your computer, and any changes you make are automatically synced with the cloud for quick, easy access anywhere you have an. Google Drive File Stream is an application that enables you to access your files and folders in Google Drive from your computer. Drive File Stream replaced the previous Google Drive desktop application. If you currently use your desktop computer to access Google Drive, you’ll need to install Drive File Stream. This affects you only if. Google Drive File Stream is a desktop application that allows you to quickly access all of your Google Drive files on demand, directly from your computer.

Google Drive For Desktop (previously known as Google Drive File Stream) allows you to access your data stored in Google Drive directly on your Windows or Mac computer without filling up your computers hard drive with thousands of files.

Google Drive For Desktop maps a virtual hard drive to your computer typically appearing as G: (G Drive) on any Windows computer.

Just like Google Chrome; Google Drive For Desktop auto-updates and generally happens without a hitch and without you even knowing. On rare occasions, things do go wrong, and Google Drive For Desktop updates but fails to reload or reconnect to your Google Drive account.

It is easy to tell when this happens. You will no longer be able to access or see your files stored in Google Drive. The good news is; it is straightforward and quick to fix.

How to restart Google Drive For Desktop

Click the Start button in Windows.
Find the program called 'Google Drive' or 'Drive File Stream'.
Click the program.
Wait for 20 seconds Google Drive File Stream will reload and you should regain access to your files.

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The ITS Helpdesk can Help

We have provided these instructions so you can perform an upgrade yourself on your own time. While there is a lot of information, we hope the background information and the context in the instructions helps explain why various steps are important.

However, if you would prefer to schedule time to work with the helpdesk to complete this process, we are happy to help!

Email helpdesk@carleton.edu with several different hour-long windows of availability (three or more days lead time are helpful for scheduling) and we will make an appointment to assist with this upgrade.

Google software required for syncing files between your computer and Google's cloud storage is being updated. The original deadline for upgrading was March 12, 2018 which was then postponed to May 12, 2018. If you're interested here is Google's announcement and post about the upgrade.

You may be seeing the following pop-up alerts about the change:

Google File Stream basically works like Netflix on Demand. In Netflix there are tons of available movies which you can choose from right there on your TV. When you choose to watch a particular movie or series, it then streams the file to you instantly. That is exactly how Google File Stream works. The files don’t actually sit in your computer, although you can see the file in your folders like normal. Once you click a particular file, that’s when it is streamed to your computer. The best part, there is a way to allow files to be available offline even when you’re not connected to the internet as well.

We'll provide more information below about how to access files offline and configure Drive File Stream to show up in your favorites/quick access menus.

If you have not already started the process of installing Google Drive File Stream, following the steps below, in order, will help produce the smoothest transition. Sketch for mac cracked. The instructions below are adapted from the instructions written by c2solutions.

Step 0 - Determine where you're at now

It is easy to check which version or versions of Google Drive software you have.

To check this, go to your list of applications and see what entries you have for Google Drive. In Mac go to Finder and open the Applications folder. In Windows go to the Start Menu for the list of applications and apps. 'Google Drive' or 'Google Drive Sync' are the OLD software. 'Google Drive File Stream' is the NEW software.

Once you've found your applications, find the correct description of your status to determine how to proceed:

You have NO Google Drive software
If you have NO Google Drive items you don't have to upgrade. You can skip installing this completely, or to install now, complete step 2 only.
You have BOTH Google Drive AND Google Drive File Stream
This means you have installed the new but have not yet removed the old - this is common. Complete Step 1 and Step 3, skipping step 2.
You have ONLY Google Drive and NOT Google Drive File Stream
You have the old software and need to upgrade - complete all steps below.
You have ONLY Google Drive File Stream and NOT Google Drive
You're all set! You can skip to the bottom of this article to learn new things about Google Drive File Stream if you like.

Step 1 – Unsync All the Old Files

Google Drive Sync (the old/existing software) worked by physically downloading files and folders to your computer, where they would all take up space. To minimize the space they took, you had to choose which folders to Sync. The new system does not work that way, but you'll need to remove these existing files to make a smooth transition. The process described here helps do that while ensuring that any changes you've made on your computer are syncronized to the cloud before the files stored physically on your computer in this old system are removed.

Make sure files are up-to-date
This step helps double check all your files are up-to-date. If you rarely or never use Google Drive you can skip this step.
1. Check drive.google.com (be sure you are signed in with your Carleton account).
  Alternately click the Drive Icon in the grid menu within Gmail or Calendar:
2. Review the files and folders you see online and compare them to what you have on your computer.
3. Make sure anything you've updated recently is reflected on both Drive in your browser and Drive Sync on your computer.
Make sure synchronization is complete
This step helps check that the Google Drive Sync is showing as Sync Complete so that no synchronization is running.
1. Click the Drive Sync Icon (Windows / Mac, respectively)
2. Check for the 'Sync Complete' with a check mark next to it (it might be grey and not green)
Make sure syncing is NOT paused.
1. Click the three dots to open the menu
2. It should look like this and say 'Pause' (Not 'Un-Pause' or 'Resume Syncing')
Un-sync all OLD Drive Files
This will unsync all local folders in this OLD Drive location from you computer, recovering all that space. If you have files that are not yet synced, when you click “Apply” anything that hasn’t finishing uploading will first sync changes to the cloud before being removed from the computer.
1. In the same menu shown in step 3, go to Preferences
2. In the Sync options tab, select the 'Sync only these folders' option
3. Un-check ALL Folders In the window (as shown above)
4. Click Apply

Your Google Drive folder on your computer may still have files in it that are in 'My Drive' but not in any other folder, those will be removed later.

Step 2 – Download and Install Google File Stream

Already Installed?

When you complete this step you MAY get an error saying that Google Drive File Stream is already installed on your computer. If you receive that error, but are still getting a reminder message that you need to upgrade from Google Drive Sync, proceed to Step 3.

Get the Drive File Stream Installation file
1. Using Step 1 (in Step 1) above, open Google Drive in a browser
2. At the upper right side of your Google Drive, click the settings cog icon:
3. Click Download Drive file Stream for Mac/Windows (based on your computer)
4. On the page that opens, click the button to Download for your Operating System
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Run the installation file
Install this software as you would install any other application. This may take a few minutes to complete.
Note: Windows users will be asked to provide their local admin account credentials.
Sign in to Google Drive - use your full Carleton email address
1. Once the install is complete, you will be prompted to sign in your account
2. Enter you full Carleton email address
3. You will see a Carleton sign-in screen - sign in with your Carleton username and password'
4. You will be prompted to do a two-factor approval through Duo if you are student, staff, or faculty. You will ONLY have to do this once to link your account.
Know the Important Drive File Stream Differences
Google will typically give you a brief tour, showing you your Google Drive File Stream location on your computer.
1. The NEW File Stream behaves a lot like Collab and Home used to - you will see it as a drive that is mounted, rather than as a folder in your user directory.
  Below are images of what you will see with File Stream as of spring 2018:
2. Windows OS
  (Shown in Windows 7, similar in Windows 10)
  Explorer window on the left (Favorites is 'Quick Access' in Windows 10), and the Windows System tray on the right.
3. Mac OS
  Finder on the left, Desktop on right, and the menu bar below.
  NOTE: For systems running High Sierra (10.13.x) you might see this error:
  IF SO - for High Sierra (10.13.x):
  1. 1. Open Drive File Stream.
    2. At the top left, go to Apple menu and then System Preferences and then Security & Privacy.
    3. Next to 'System software from developer 'Google, Inc.' was blocked from loading,' click Allow.

Step 3 – Delete Old Version of Google Drive Sync

Still seeing Pop-ups?

If you have Google Drive File Stream, as shown above, but are still seeing the pop-ups shown in the 'What's Happening?' section above, then you NEED to complete this step to fully uninstall the OLD Google Drive Sync software. It is a good idea to review Step 1 and make sure you have fully synced and removed your files before completing this step.

This is not included in other instructions and skipping these steps can lead to confusion later.

Step 3a - Remove the Software

On Windows 7:
1. Open Control Panel (on the right-side of the start menu)
2. Go to Programs --> Uninstall a Program OR Programs and Features
3. Find and click on Google Drive NOT Google Drive File Stream
4. At the top of the list of programs click 'Uninstall/Change'
5. Complete the uninstallation as prompted
On Windows 10:
1. Click on the Start Menu
2. Type 'Add or remove Programs' or 'Uninstall' - you should see the add or remove programs option appear in the Start Menu window.
3. Click 'Add or remove Programs' to open the control panel window.
4. In the list of software find and click on Google Drive NOT Google Drive File Stream
5. Buttons will appear below the Google Drive entry. Click Uninstall
6. Complete the uninstallation as prompted
On a Mac:
1. Open Finder and open Applications
2. Find the Google Drive application and NOT the Google Drive File Stream application
3. Drag Google Drive to the trash

Step 3b - Remove the OLD Drive Folder

On Windows (7 & 10):
1. Open Windows Explorer
2. In the left-hand pane, in Favorites (7) or Quick Access (10) the colorful Google Drive Icon
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3. Select the Google Drive Folder (NOT the Google Drive File Stream icon)
4. Delete the old Google Drive Folder
On a Mac:
1. There will still be an OLD Google Drive Folder in Finder
2. Open finder and click on your username to go to your user folder
3. Find the Google Drive Folder (NOT the Google Drive File Stream icon)
4. Delete the old Google Drive folder.

G Suite Learning Center has a great introductory Google Drive course that explains many features like opening and editing files, adding files or folders to drive AND making files available offline.

Make Files Available Offline

If you know you'll want to edit a presentation while you're on a flight and don't want to pay way too much for go-go in-flight wifi, you can prepare ahead of time and make files or folders available offline. This will syncronize a copy to your comptuer that will be available even if you don't have network connectivity. If you edit and change the file, then the next time you do have network connectivity, those changes will be synchronized to the cloud. Be sure to only work on files that others will not be editing, or else you will need to manually reconcile the changes later.