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How to move folders in Google Drive [Full Guide]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Google Drive is one of the best and renowned online cloud storage services that is great for both work and personal use. The app is filled with a plethora of features that make managing your folders a breeze.
You can upload entire folders to the cloud and create new ones inside of it. If you are using Google Drive daily, you probably want to sort your folders and categorize them.
Perhaps you want to move a folder around because you found another use for it. Even though folders can’t be moved into Team drives yet, you can do this in Google Drive by simply following these two easy steps.
How do I move a folder in Google Drive?
1. Drag and drop
Note:Dragging and dropping your files is the easiest method to move them, but it is more difficult to be precise when you’re using a tablet or your laptop’s mouse pad.
2. Use the build-in options
This is the easiest and safest way to move your folders around in your Google Drive. There is no risk of accidentally placing them in the wrong place. Thanks to the awesome Google developers, the process is easy and precise.
Moving your files around is pretty easy. Thankfully, you do not need any software, since the option is already built into Google Drive. The aforementioned steps will teach you everything you need to know.
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Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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