How to Upload to a Shared Google Drive (Easiest Way in 2024)

In this article, we will show you how to upload a file to a shared Google Drive. Simply follow the steps below.

How to Upload Files to a Shared Google Drive

To upload a file to a shared Google Drive, follow the process below.

1. Navigate to Shared Drive

Ensure you are in the shared Google Drive where you want to upload the files. You can find shared drives under the Shared drives section in the left-hand sidebar of Google Drive.

2. Click on the “New” Button

In the upper left corner of the shared Google Drive, click on the New button. This will open a dropdown menu with various upload options.

3. Select “File Upload”

From the dropdown menu, choose File upload. This option allows you to upload individual files from your computer to the shared Google Drive.

4. Choose the File(s)

A file explorer window will open. Navigate to the file(s) you want to upload, select them, and click Upload. The files will begin uploading to the shared Google Drive.

5. Monitor Upload Progress

You can monitor the upload progress in the lower right corner of Google Drive. Once the upload is complete, the files will appear in the shared drive.

6. Set Permissions (Optional)

If necessary, set permissions for the uploaded files. Right-click on a file, select Share, and adjust the sharing settings to control who can view, comment, or edit the file.

We hope you now have a better understanding of how to upload a file to a shared Google Drive. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to upload a Word document to Google Drive or our article on how to upload a zip file in Google Drive.