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How do I download from Chrome to Google Drive?

Published in Google Drive Saving 2 mins read

You can easily save files from Chrome directly to your Google Drive using a few different methods. Here's how:

Method 1: Right-Click and Save

This is the most straightforward method for saving documents, images, and HTML5 audio/video to Google Drive.

  1. Locate the File: Find the document, image, or media you want to save.
  2. Right-Click: Right-click on the file.
  3. Select "Save to Google Drive": In the context menu that appears, choose the option labeled "Save to Google Drive".

Method 2: Save the Current Page

This method allows you to save the entire webpage you're currently viewing.

  • Using the Browser Action: Click the "Save to Google Drive" browser action button (usually located near the address bar). This will save the page to your Drive.

Method 3: Save as PDF from the Chrome Print Menu

This method lets you save any webpage as a PDF directly to Google Drive.

  1. Open the Print Menu: Press Ctrl + P (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + P (Mac) to open the Chrome print menu.
  2. Change Destination: In the print dialog box, look for the "Destination" option and click "Change."
  3. Select "Save to Google Drive": Choose "Save to Google Drive" as your destination.
  4. Save: Click the "Save" button. The webpage will be saved as a PDF in your Google Drive.

These are the primary methods for saving content from Chrome directly into your Google Drive account, as mentioned in the reference: you can right clicking and selecting 'Save to Google Drive'. You can save the currently viewed page using the 'Save to Google Drive' browser action or as a PDF from the Chrome Print menu.

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