How to Use Google Drive – Complete Beginner Guide
In Short: Google Drive is a free cloud storage service by Google that lets you store, access, and share files from any device. Every Google account gets 15 GB of free storage.
Google Drive is one of the most useful free tools available on Android, iPhone, and computer. It acts as an online hard drive where you can store all your important files safely.
What You Can Do with Google Drive
- Store photos, videos, documents and files online for free
- Access your files from any phone, tablet or computer
- Share files and folders with others easily
- Create and edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations
- Scan physical documents and save as PDF
- Backup WhatsApp chats and phone data
How to Upload Files to Google Drive
- Tap the Plus Button — Tap blue plus button at bottom right
- Select Upload — Tap Upload from the menu
- Select Your File — Browse to file you want to upload
- Wait for Upload to Complete — Progress bar appears at bottom
How to Share Files from Google Drive
- Find the File You Want to Share — Tap three-dot menu next to file name
- Tap Share — Options appear for sharing via link or email
- Copy Link to Share — Tap Copy Link and change access to Anyone with link
- Set Permissions — Choose View, Comment or Edit access
Google Drive Storage Plans
| Plan | Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 15 GB | Rs 0 |
| Basic Google One | 100 GB | Rs 130 per month |
| Standard | 200 GB | Rs 210 per month |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access Google Drive files without internet? Yes. Enable Available Offline for files you need offline access to.
Can I use Google Drive on a computer? Yes. Go to drive.google.com in any browser and sign in with same Google account.