Copy Files to Another Folder in Google Drive (Easiest Way in 2024)
In this article we will show you how to copy a file in Google Drive to another folder. Simply follow the steps below.
How to Copy Files in Google Drive to Another Folder
To copy to another folder in Google Drive, follow the process below.
1. Select the File
Navigate to the file you want to copy in your Google Drive. Click on it to select it. To select multiple items, hold down the Ctrl key (Cmd key on Mac) and click on each item.
2. Right-Click to Open the Context Menu
Right-click on the selected file to open a context menu with various options.
3. Choose “Make a Copy”
In the context menu, select “Make a copy.” Google Drive will create a duplicate of the selected file. The copy will appear in your Drive with “Copy of” prefixed to the original name.
4. Right-Click on the Copied File
Right-click on the copied file to open the context menu again.
5. Select “Move”
In the context menu, select “Organize” and click “Move.” This will open a dialog box with your Google Drive folders.
6. Choose the Destination Folder
Navigate to the folder where you want to move the copied file. You can click through the folders to find the desired location.
7. Click “Move Here”
Once you have selected the destination folder, click “Move.” The copied file will be moved to the selected location.
We hope you now have a better understanding of how to copy files in Google Drive to another folder. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to copy files in Google Drive or our article on how to copy a folder in Google Drive.
