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Google Drive is a cloud file storage, synchronization, and collaboration platform and service, that features Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for document editing and presentation.
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What is Google Drive?
Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization service developed by Google. Launched on April 24, 2012, Google Drive allows users to store files on their servers, synchronize files across devices, and share files. In addition to a website, Google Drive offers apps with offline capabilities for Windows and macOS computers, and Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. Google Drive encompasses Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides, which are a part of an office suite that permits collaborative editing of documents, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings, forms, and more. Files created and edited through the office suite are saved in Google Drive.
Google Drive Features
File Sharing & Management Features
- Supported: Versioning
- Supported: Document files
- Supported: Image files
- Supported: Video files
- Supported: Audio files
- Supported: Document collaboration
- Supported: Shared folders
- Supported: Access control
- Supported: File search
- Supported: Device sync
- Supported: Web interface
- Supported: File change notifications
- Supported: Simultaneous editing
Cloud Storage Security & Administration Features
- Supported: Single sign-on
- Supported: Two-step verification
- Supported: User and role management
- Supported: Storage limit management
- Supported: File organization
Cloud Storage Platform Features
- Supported: Performance
- Supported: Reliability
- Supported: Multi-language
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| Deployment Types | Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based |
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| Operating Systems | Unspecified |
| Mobile Application | Apple iOS, Android |
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Google Drive is a cloud file storage, synchronization, and collaboration platform and service, that features Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for document editing and presentation.
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The most common users of Google Drive are from Enterprises (1,001+ employees).
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Score 8 out of 10
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Verified User
We share large sized files via Google Drive and this adds value as anyone at any place in the world can download the files shared just by clicking a link that we send them them. This has added a lot of value in putting our files into a cloud system rather than to store files on our servers.
- The way files are uploaded into folders is very organized.
- It is very easy to create an account and upload files.
- You do not need a trainer to learn how the system works. You just log and upload.
- The limitation of the overall size can be increased.
November 23, 2022
Google Drive application takes you to another world of file management, ease, and access to your work from anywhere
Score 7 out of 10
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Verified User
It is considered one of the most important cloud storage outlets over the Internet, as it allows you to store 15 GB for free, which is good in that, and it is also possible to buy a larger version, fast, light, and smooth in dealing, and also good at linking files in all formats for downloading to others. I also liked it because I link important files to it through email and mobile. It is good and irreplaceable.
- Link my important files to it by sending a copy of important mail and files to it.
- Connect to a mobile phone and store any important photos or files.
- Reduce the price to buy more space.
- I hope to add an internal file that we can work with with a password.
Google Drive is an online briefcase where we store all the important files and folders. It is very easy to use. Is embedded in Gmail and is seperately accessible via our Android phones as well via a Gdrive App. It comes with a free space of abot 15 GB. For more space of course you can buy it however 15GB is a resonably good space for routine operational activities. Al our Google forms are by default saved in G drive and also the response to those forms via excel export. I think it is a great application.
- Great Free Space of about 15GB
- Easy user interface
- Easily Accessible in form of a G Drive Mobile App in Android phones and in Gmail
- Excellent for Google Forms as output and the forms are stored in G drive by default.
- Negligible downtime. Always up and running.
- More free space can be provided in view of market competition.
- GDrive can come in more attractive user interface.
- Gdrive needs to be marketed more aggressively for user awareness.
May 14, 2022
My two cents on Google Drive
Our company uses Google Drive to share files, that are too large to be shared via email, with the team. Moreover, Google Drive has been a very useful tool to save important files and data and can be accessed conveniently by anyone who has been authorized. Furthermore using Google Drive helps save the use of paper which can help save the environment.
- Share files easily and conveniently
- Ability to share files instantly
- Updated in real-time
- Very easy for beginners
- Cannot be accessed offline
- Could be more user-friendly
- Should support more file types like TIFF, PSD etc.
May 13, 2022
Excellent tool for sharing information
I have been using Google Drive for sometime along with several other users from my organization. It is great for downloading and uploading data very quickly. It is easy to use and integrates well with other applications. It's an easy way to collaborate and use information.
- The application is very secure.
- It's easy to use and integrates well with other applications.
- Storage can be adjusted based on business size.
- Quality of usage depends on the internet speed.
- A gmail account is needed.
- Free version has limited space.
Google Drive has allowed both myself and other colleagues of mine the ability to access documents conveniently and efficiently regardless of where we are working from. It also gives us the opportunity to work on projects as a collaboration and see each other's notes and edits in real time, which helps everyone in terms of project deadlines.
- Collaborative workspace
- Real-time revisions
- Easily accessible regardless of location
- Some of the features in the Google Slides can provide more creativity
- Connection issues tend to happen from time to time
- There are no other features I believe would need to be added to suit our organization's needs
March 07, 2022
Good Drive Review
Score 10 out of 10
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Verified User
Now a day, Cloud storage are become more popular and provide the superior functionality. Google drive is one of the product that gives storage capability includes many more features. Using google drive storage we are independent of using laptop, mobile or any end user device. User can easily upload and download the docs stores in drive. so accessibility of docs from google is absolute hassle-free operations.
- Docs stores
- Docs share to others
- webapp for desktop and mobile users
- Search from Creator, Name or other parameter
- untitles docs saving should be stopped,
- layout of drive should be improve and user friendly
- sharing the docs on drive with time limit or unlimited time options
December 28, 2021
Google Drive: The gold standard of storage
Score 9 out of 10
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Verified User
I've been using Google Drive for over a decade personally and for over 5 years professionally. It has met my 3 most important expectations from a storage and synchronization service- security, access, and content management. The service facilitates accessing our files and documents anywhere and everywhere with the option to edit them. It has served as a reliable backup for all files. The speed of the file upload and download process does hamper the overall experience but the pros definitely outweigh the cons.
- Easy user interface: The service is very user-friendly. Even a novice can get his/ her way around the platform. The files are easy to segregate. Files of different types can be stored here and searched and viewed with ease
- .2. Compatibility with various devices: The platform can be accessed on various devices- mac, android, et al. The search and filter features are really helpful.
- Easy sharing: The files can be easily shared. The sender has the option to give appropriate permission to the receiver to view, edit, comment, or do all of them. The speed of downloading and uploading files is quite slow. The process is time-consuming. A good internet connection is a must to access a file that is even slightly heavy-sized.
- The speed of downloading and uploading files is quite slow. The process is time-consuming. A good internet connection is a must to access a file that is even slightly heavy-sized.
- There are limits on the size of the files making it a not so favorable platform for large-sized data sharing.
- One big problem with the platform is that only those users who have Gmail accounts can edit files. People using other domains can only view Google Drive files. This can be a huge setback for organizations using other domains.
September 16, 2021
Google Drive
Powerful compatibility with files of various extensions (audio , image excel Powerpoint , Word). Very easy to access from any device with [an] internet connection regardless of the geographical area where you are. Also main thing is collaboration, easy to share files by just giving 1 click and choosing the person we want to add either for viewing only or for editing the file. Records attendance for team members through Google Sheets. Share important documents with all over team members. Easy to share and edit any info. Create a sheet and [receive] immediate feedback from team members if any issues [are] found and track them down and send them to the appropriate team to look into.
- File sharing both on local computers and from clients.
- Such easy access from the top tool bar on our Mac.
- I like the security of it.
- Google Drive fits nicely into our Google suite of services.
- Internet connection required.
- Privacy precautions.
- Uploading and downloading large files often takes longer than normal.
September 04, 2021
Review of Google Drive
Score 9 out of 10
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Verified User
Google Drive allows us to share files and folders within the organization while restricting access to anyone outside the domain. We also use it on our mobile devices with the help of the Google Drive application, where we save video and important data. Mostly all of my team uses Google Drive for both personal and professional use.
- Easily sync all your files.
- The free version includes 15GB of storage.
- Ability to share files with your team.
- Integration with other Google apps.
- Google should give some extra GB for free users.
- Needs high speed internet to upload files.
- Google Drive is a little expensive for most users.
July 13, 2021
Use Google Drive and save money
Score 7 out of 10
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Verified User
We are using Google Drive for multiple purposes:
- For management purposes, we are using it to share and collect documents from different departments on a centralized drive which is associated with directors' mail ID.
- For students, we are using it to collect various feedbacks and documents when required. We are also sharing teaching material, notes, and model test papers using drives. For quizzes, we are using Google Forms which is again a part of Google Drive.
- So, in short, in this pandemic time, we are using it as an office tool, as well as a learning management system.
- First and foremost, you can use it to keep your documents online and download them when required.
- Second, you can share the documents and can work in the collaboration with other people in a shared file, so distance is no longer a thing to consider.
- You can collect reviews or feedback for any product or training in a very little time.
- You can conduct quizzes online.
- Reports are presented using spreadsheets as well as in the form of pie and bar charts.
- UI is a bit complicated to understand for beginners who are not from a technical background.
- Internet isa must, requires a little higher bandwidth.
- One more problem is in public folders anyone can edit and delete the files created by other users; I think that should be controlled. A person can edit only the files created by him/ her.
May 25, 2021
The best free way to collaborate!
Score 10 out of 10
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Verified User
My entire company uses Google Drive and associated products for daily tasks instead of offline word processing, spreadsheets, and other needs. It's very convenient in terms of portability as we no longer need bulky attachments and emails. Everyone can access whatever required by easy collaboration and secure sharing features offered by Google.
- Ample free space (15 GB) and ability to expand.
- High and reliable security features you can trust.
- Availability of features to make day-to-day tasks easy and convenient.
- Supports various add-ons.
- Free service.
- Depends on internet even to activate off-line functions.
- Quality of functionalities heavily depend on internet.
- With frequent use you might feel that the free capacity 15 GB is not adequate.
May 17, 2021
Collaboration and teamwork is now easier
Our organization has used Google Drive for more than 5 years, within which a series of problems have been solved. Thanks to the collaborative environment, the dependencies and all their members can save, edit and share information in real-time, optimizing the work of these areas. Regarding my work area as NOC Support, I can say that this tool serves to share:
Staff assistance networks
Manual troubleshooting of cases
Technical specification manuals
All this information is accessible by our work team and according to the editable profile to update new processes, all this is reflected in the improvement of the failure analysis to our clients.
- Powerful compatibility with files of various extensions (audio: wav, mp3 - video: MPEG4, AVI - image: bmp, png, jpeg) and even with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word files
- Accessibility from any device with [an] internet connection regardless of the geographical area where you are
- The most determining point of this platform that makes it extremely useful is collaboration. It is so easy to share files by just giving 1 click and choosing the person we want to add either for viewing only or for editing the file.
- Advanced File Search, personally I find it uncomfortable to search for files with specific extensions within my drive in Google Drive, the interface is not very clear and the search options are limited, making this work tedious.
- In applications like Google Sheets, the number of cells is extremely small, which limits the amount of information that can be saved, this makes the tool focus on small files.
- Inherited permissions, it happens to me that in certain shared files when analyzing the permissions granted to the participants some of them are left with owner permissions without having given such property, that point is confusing so I would like the interface to be clearer.
We are a company that provides telecommunications services, we use Google Drive to store and distribute all our internal information with the work team, such as our process manuals, technical and operation manuals, zone failures, our service indicators, installation process information and customer satisfaction among many more. We use it in all our departments, it allows us to access the information immediately from desktop or mobile computers regardless of where we are in the case of our field technicians.
- Its ease of use and implementation.
- Its high storage capacity.
- It is easy to share files and supports different file formats.
- Its integration with GSuite.
- Internet connection required.
- Uploading and downloading large files often takes longer than normal.
- Privacy precautions.
April 24, 2021
With Google Drive all is well.
In my organization, Google Drive is used to store, distribute, and collaborate on all files with financial supporters, colleagues, and even customers we've built a front-end and simple board interface that allows us to locate every archive or document in under a second. It permits you to let loose space on your hard drive or other stockpiling gadgets.
- That's the first cloud storage service that's both good and free. using more and more data in one place is, in my view, a good strategy.
- Google Drive is one of my favorite tools and I use it frequently to store files, official documents, data, images, PDFs, and even short videos relevant to my office work.
- You don't have to be concerned with hacking because this security is so secured.
- [An] excellent option for searching.
- Configuration and login are simple.
- While using the drive, we need to be connected to the internet.
- I realized that my data on Google Drive was uploading slowly at times.
- For non-technical professionals, the user interface is a little difficult to understand.
March 22, 2021
Accessibility of Google Drive.
Score 9 out of 10
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Verified User
Google Drive is an essential tool and it has been used by [the] whole organization.
1) Google Sheets is used to track all the team members' data and attendance.
2) Google Docs is used to share important policy updates or macro [with] team members.
4) Google Sheets is used to create quizzes and send them to team members to check if they know of the policy of a company.
1) Google Sheets is used to track all the team members' data and attendance.
2) Google Docs is used to share important policy updates or macro [with] team members.
4) Google Sheets is used to create quizzes and send them to team members to check if they know of the policy of a company.
- Records attendance for team members through Google Sheets.
- Share important documents with all over team members.
- Easy to share and edit any info.
- Create a sheet and [receive] immediate feedback from team members if any issues [are] found and track them down and send them to the appropriate team to look into.
- Store important data and easy to look at it when necessary.
- They could add more free space for free users.
October 02, 2020
Cloud storage at a great price
Google Drive is free-to-use cloud storage for files. At the free tier, users gain access to 16 GB of free online cloud storage that can be accessed via a Google account. Users can then share these files with other users through links, email, or the Google platform. This is invaluable as it provides a free way to store and share files across the organization. We utilize Google Drive if we need a place to store and share word documents, sheets, and presentations as it is a convenient place of access. Google Drive also comes in handy during research and development as a lot of resources on the internet provide documentation through links which can be saved and viewed via Google Drive.
- Free account.
- Variety of file storage.
- Preview and editing.
- File sharing.
- Need a Google Account to get 16 GB of storage.
- Sometimes difficult to find what is using space.
- Deleting shared files sometimes does not remove them.
We use this software basically for storage purposes. People from every department use this software for storing their data and access it virtually from any device at any time. It is helpful for me to sync my system and keep backing up my data from my system. And since I access that data even if I am not in my office, it increases my productivity.
- Being a Google product it is very well integrated with other Google services and I can use it with my Google account.
- It makes sharing any data file very easy. One-click and I can share my data with my colleagues.
- Dashboard navigation is very easy and quick. It does not confuse users.
- Its offline mode helps me to work when I have no internet.
- Sometimes I feel the upload speed is slightly slow even if the internet speed is fast.
- It does not allow users to copy folders the way they can be copied with keyboard shortcuts on computers.
- I am not very confident about the security which Google provides for our data. The way Google tracks users activity and provides advertisements, it's difficult to trust.
Last month, I had to use Google Drive for our design team when we needed to work at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic issue. I used it to sync our projects from the server in our company. I experienced Google Drive for years, therefore I prefer to use it for our team because it is free, fast, and extremely convenient, although our internet was too slow. Yet, we had some problems with Google Drive since it automatically created conflict files whenever there was more than one person using it at the same time without any warning.
- Multi sync for many people at the same time.
- Free to use with up to 15GB.
- Fast and convenient.
- Update in real time.
- Should have warning whenever there is more than one person using a file at the same time.
April 13, 2020
The Primary DRIVER for meeting your professional and personal storage requirements is Google DRIVE.
My organisation does not use it but I have personally used it so frequently.
- It gives 15GB space for meeting our cloud storage requirements.
- Integration with other Google platform apps.
- Scanning documents and ability to work offline.
- Download and upload speeds are slower at times. When the traffic in server is too much.
- File size limitation are there, any images embedded in other documents cannot exceed 2 MB.
January 09, 2020
Great Product for a Sensible Price
Score 9 out of 10
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Verified User
Google Drive was used by my whole organization to facilitate communication and collaboration on documents and projects. More than 60 percent of employees worked remotely, including myself, so we stayed in contact often through Google Drive. The main need of our company was to be able to see real-time changes to projects or documents made by other individuals on the team, and Google Drive allows for this. One other huge benefit is that the product is free to use.
- Allowed multiple collaborators to work on the same document or Excel sheet at the same time.
- Provided communication features such as in-document comments and messaging.
- Allowed individuals to see past deletions and alterations made to any documents.
- Google Drive's capabilities typically function very well, unless there is a somewhat shoddy internet connection. If there is an unstable internet connection then it can take a while for changes made in the document to be saved. This may make it hard for certain individuals working remotely in areas with an occasionally unstable internet connection to be able to make or see any changes themselves.
Score 8 out of 10
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We use Google Drive so much that If Google Drive did not exist in the organization, we would be roaming around the office constantly with pen drives and CDs.
We use Google Drive for many purposes. When I was in the marketing department, I was on the testimonial gathering team where our job was to travel to the client's office in another state and record them. As soon as the shoot used was completed, the first thing we used to do was back up all of our data on the drive. It's only after backing up the data that we used to declare the trip a success. In my current role, we use Google Drive to store multiple documents that many people collaborate on.
We use Google Drive for many purposes. When I was in the marketing department, I was on the testimonial gathering team where our job was to travel to the client's office in another state and record them. As soon as the shoot used was completed, the first thing we used to do was back up all of our data on the drive. It's only after backing up the data that we used to declare the trip a success. In my current role, we use Google Drive to store multiple documents that many people collaborate on.
- No matter the internet connection, the upload and download speeds are invariably stupendous. It's like copying a file within the computer only. No file size feels formidable for it.
- I really like the drag and drop feature used to upload files. Also, the feature where you can create an offline folder on your desktop which automatically syncs all the files is simply brilliant. I don't always have to visit the website to make the changes.
- I think the interface could be updated. As soon as I open the window, I am invariably inundated by the number of files that are displayed. The view could have been structured better. A dark theme would also help.
- I don't like how every doc file that I view automatically appears in my Drive. It would be much better if the 2 views are separated, one for the folders and files I manually uploaded and the other which I viewed on Docs.
October 22, 2019
Convenient and Free
Score 10 out of 10
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Verified User
Google Drive allows our Management and Sales Team to organize, share, and edit documents with each other. You can create folders, hold a variety of document types, and have 15GB of free storage. After that you can purchase more storage starting at $1.99/month. I've been using it for several years now and haven't had to upgrade. You can access the drive from any laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Converting documents to PDF's is extremely simple as well. You can email, text, or print documents from a device with ease. It's a free, simple, and easy way to communicate, share documents, etc.
- Email, text, and print documents effortlessly.
- Easily create folders and organize documents within the Drive.
- Set a security level that you're comfortable with before sharing documents with co-workers for viewing, editing, or commenting.
- Depending on the internet connection or if you forget to close out from one device before opening it on another, some edits may not be saved.
Google Drive is one of the primary cloud storage tools that our organization uses. Drive is an incredible resource that enables employees to store important documents in the cloud and access them from locations across the world. The benefit of this cannot be understated - as this feature increases communication, collaboration, and productivity across the workforce. Furthermore, if paired with other Google applications, Drive contributes to a collaborative experience where multiple users can work on documents at the same time. Drive is used in most administrative areas of our organization and it has definitely helped the workforce feel more prepared to tackle modern business challenges.
- Document Storage: Drive enables users to store a high volume of varying types of documents. The storage limits are also extremely useful for large-sized files.
- Global Access: Drive enables users to access their saved documents anywhere with an internet connection. This improves overall throughput and accessibility.
- Permissions: Drive allows the owner of documents to share content with others in a variety of ways. This enables a largely collaborative platform.
- Drive is expensive for the amount of storage included within the price.
- File navigation has room for improvement - as it can sometimes be difficult to tell between documents shared with you and user-created ones.
- Working with Drive is most ideal when all parties also have access to Drive. Functionality is lost if a user is not logged in.
August 15, 2019
Collaborate with your team to get the job done!
We use Google Drive to store files for easy access for all the sales team and accountants. This helps us keep track of invoices we owe money on as well as invoices we have billed to clients. We also use Google Drive to keep track of PODs when a delivery has been made. Our scanner can also directly upload files to Google Drive making it easy for us all to work remotely. For example, I live in Washington State, but my boss lives in Houston and his sales team are located in Houston, El Paso, and Mexico.
- Allows team members to access, add or edit files in real-time.
- Allows me to share spreadsheets and files with non-team members.
- It is very easy to use and I love that it integrates directly to the computer so I don't have to upload and download files constantly.
- The branding isn't my favorite for Google Drive.
- It isn't as easy to use as Dropbox.
- If a file is deleted from one location, it's permanently gone from all locations.