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There's Nothing Scary About Your Google Drive - Part One - What is Google Drive? and Basic Navigation - Lunch & Learn

What is Google Drive?

Google Drive is cloud-based file storage system. This system goes above many of the other competitors because it also allows for file creation, editing, and distribution of the files. Google Drive is capable of storing almost any file type imaginable.

Through your Coloma account, you have unlimited storage available to you. You can also create, store, and distribute documents that you create using Google Drive. With the addition of an extension, you can also edit Microsoft Office files in your Google Drive. You can also access your files from wherever you are, regardless of the computer that you are on. Google Drive allows you to sign in and have full access to your documents on any internet connected device.
Navigating Your Google Drive
There are a few ways that you can navigate your Google Drive for maximum efficiency when seeking files. For starters, let’s get to know our Google Drive and the page layout.

Google Drive Landing Screen
Google Drive Landing Screen
Google Drive will also help  you find certain types of files quickly. For instance, if your Principal or PLC member shares an important file with you, you can quickly find it in the “Shared with me” section of your Google Drive. If you recently were working on a document, the “Recent” option will show you the most recent changes to your Google Drive.

Google Drive Shared with Me and Recent Folder Options
Google Drive Shared with Me and Recent Folder Options

Google Drive Shared with Me and Recent Folder Options

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