Google Tip 19

In Google Tip 18 we learned to setup our Google Drive so that it will always prompt us about whether or not we want to convert any uploaded files to the corresponding Google formats. For example, when we upload a Microsoft Word document to Drive, do we want to convert it to the Google Document format or leave it in the original Word format? We also went over the various "Pros and Cons" of each approach.

With all of that in mind, here's how to upload files to your Google Drive:

1. Click the "Upload" button to the right of the "Create" button.

1. Select "Files".

1. Find and select the file(s) you want to upload and click "Open". TIP: You can select multiple files to upload by holding down the CTRL key on the keyboard while you select the files with the mouse.

1. The Upload settings window will appear.

1. Click "Start upload".

1. A small progress window will appear displaying the progress of the files upload and conversion

1. Once the upload and conversion is complete, the files and documents will appear in your Google Drive.