GUIDE: Google Backup and Sync

Google Backup and Sync is an upgrade to Google Drive for PC. This software will sync the contents of Google Drive to your PC as well as backup local folders (Documents, Desktop, etc.) to your Google Drive account.

Benefits

Protect your files and folders from loss
Access your files from other devices if needed
Sync your Google Drive to your local PC for ease of access

Installing Backup and Sync

Refer to the Microsoft Software Center Guide to find Google Backup and Sync and install it.
1. If you are off campus, you can download it directly from Google: download (link)
Open Backup and Sync from the Start Menu

3. Click GET STARTED

4. Sign in when prompted

5. Select the folders you want to sync TO Google Drive, the quality of uploaded photos, and whether you want photos to sync to Google Photos, then click Next.

6. Choose whether to sync Google Drive to your PC (using up local storage), what folders to sync, and then click Start.

7. Backup and Sync will setup your computer and new folders on Google Drive (on the web) will appear. Feel free to rename them to your liking.

Troubleshooting

Verify Backup and Sync is running:
1. Google Backup and Sync runs in the System Tray

Backup and Sync will place checkmarks on folders you have selected to backup, indicating it is working.

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