Skip to main content

Accesso e funzioni

Guide to using Google Drive for studentsโ€‹

What is Google Drive?โ€‹

Google Drive is a free online storage space that allows you to save, share, and access your files from any internet-connected device. It's like having a virtual hard drive always available.

How to access Google Drive:โ€‹

  1. Open the browser:

    • Launch your favorite internet browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge, etc.).

  2. Go to Drive:

    • In the address bar, type drive.google.com and press Enter.

  3. Log in:

    • Use the same Google account you use to access Google Classroom. Enter your username and password and click on Sign in.

Basic operations on Google Drive:โ€‹

1. Upload files:โ€‹

  • Click on "New" in the top left corner.
  • Select "File upload" or "Folder upload".
  • Find the file or folder on your computer and select it.

2. Create a new folder:โ€‹

  • Click on "New" and then on "Folder".
  • Name your folder and press Enter.

3. Share a file or folder:โ€‹

  • Right-click on the file or folder.
  • Select "Share".
  • Enter the email addresses of the people you want to share with and choose the type of access you want to grant (viewer, commenter, editor).

4. Collaborate on a document:โ€‹

  • Open the document you want to edit.
  • Invite other people to collaborate with you.
  • Edit the document simultaneously, seeing changes made by others in real-time.

5. Search for a file:โ€‹

  • Use the search bar at the top to quickly find your files. You can search by name, file type, or date.

6. Organize files:โ€‹

  • Create folders to organize your files by subject, project, or type.
  • Move files between folders by dragging and dropping them.

Additional tips:โ€‹

  • Offline use: Enable offline mode to access your files even when you are not connected to the internet.
  • Mobile app: Download the Google Drive app on your smartphone or tablet to access your files wherever you are.
  • Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides: Create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations directly on Google Drive.

Why use Google Drive?โ€‹

  • Access from anywhere: Access your files from any internet-connected device.
  • Collaboration: Work on projects with your classmates in real-time.
  • Security: Your files are protected and automatically saved.
  • Integration with other Google apps: Use Google Drive with other Google Workspace apps like Gmail and Calendar.

With Google Drive, you will always have all your study materials at hand, you can collaborate with your classmates and improve your organization.

Need further assistance?