How to Send Photos Through Google Drive (Easiest Way in 2024)
In this article, we will show you exactly how to send photos using Google Drive in just a few simple steps. Simply follow the steps below.
Send Photos Through Google Drive
You can use Google Drive to send photos in two different ways: share with specific users for secure access or generate a link that anyone can use to access the photos easily.
Method 1: Share with Specific Users
Follow these steps to share your photos with selected individuals only:
1. Upload Your Photos to Google Drive
In Google Drive, click the “+ New” button. Select “File upload” from the dropdown menu. Choose the photos you want to send from your device.
Uploading photos to Google Drive makes them available for sharing. You can select multiple photos at once by holding down the Ctrl key on Windows (or Command on Mac) while clicking the files, then click “Open” to upload the photos. Once done, they will appear in your Drive.
2. Open the Share Options for Your Uploaded Photos
After the upload completes, locate the uploaded photos in your Google Drive. Right-click the photos and select the “Share” option from the context menu, then click “Share” again in the sharing window.
In the “Add people, groups, and calendar events” field, enter the email addresses of the specific individuals you want to share the photos with.
3. Enter the Email Addresses of the Users to Share With
Type the email addresses of the users you want to share with in the “Add people, groups, and calendar events” field.
Entering specific email addresses ensures that only those individuals have access to your photos. You can also set their permissions to “Viewer,” “Commenter,” or “Editor,” depending on the level of access you want to provide.
4. Notify Users by Sending Them an Email Invitation
If you want to notify users via email, ensure the option is checked. Click “Send” to share the photos with the selected users.
Notifying users will send them an email with a link to access the photos. This ensures they know you have shared something with them.
Method 2: Share with Anyone Who Has the Link
Use these instructions to share your photos with anyone who has the link:
1. Upload Your Photos to Google Drive
In Google Drive, click the “+ New” button and select “File upload” from the dropdown menu. Choose the photos you wish to upload from your device. Uploading photos to Google Drive allows for easy sharing.
To select multiple photos simultaneously, hold down the Ctrl key on Windows (or Command on Mac) while clicking on the files, then click “Open” to begin the upload. Once the upload is complete, the photos will be visible in your Drive.
2. Open the Link Sharing Options for Your Uploaded Photos
Once the upload is finished, find the uploaded photos in your Google Drive. Right-click on the photos and choose the “Share” option from the context menu, then click “Share” again in the sharing window.
This step allows you to view the General access settings for your photos. By default, access may be restricted. You can modify the sharing settings to permit anyone with the link to view the photos.
3. Change Link Sharing Settings to Allow Anyone to Access
In the sharing settings, locate the option labeled “Restricted.” Click it and change it to “Anyone with the link.” Set the permissions to “Viewer” if you want others to view the photos only.
Adjusting sharing settings is essential for controlling who can access your photos. By allowing anyone with the links to view, you enable others to see your photos without needing a Google account.
4. Copy the Shareable Links to Your Clipboard
After you adjust the settings, click “Copy links” to copy the link to your clipboard.
Copying the links is the final step in sharing your photos. You can now paste the link into an email, message, or any other platform to share the video with anyone. These links will direct others to your photos on Google Drive.
We hope that you now have a better understanding of how you can send photos with Google Drive. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to send large video files with Google Drive and how to send videos in Google Drive.
