

Here are the files supported by different devices when using Google Drive. Additionally, you need to keep in mind that Google Drive only supports certain file types to be saved offline, depending on the device you are currently using. Yes, you can view and edit your Google Drive files offline as long as you save them offline in the app or using the web extension.

Method 2: Using the Google Drive desktop app.How to access Google Drive files offline.Can you view and edit Google Drive files offline?.** On Windows, you may have to search for it in the start menuĢ.) Sign into the app by using your username with g.rit.edu trailing your usernameĤ.) Click through the prompts, then select "Open Google Drive folder"ĥ.) You should now be able to traverse your Google Drive files from your desktopĦ.) You can cache files locally to make them available offline by right-clicking (or two finger clicking), selecting Google Drive, and selecting Available offline. *On macOS, you may have to go into your Applications folder Setup the Google Drive app to use your RIT Google Drive accountġ.) Launch the Google Drive app on your computer If you are using a personal computer, or would like to download the latest version, you can do so by clicking below. If you have administrator privileges, you can download and install the app directly from Google (link below). *It is still called Google Drive File Stream in Software Center on Windows. If you have an RIT owned computer, you can install from RIT Self Service (macOS) or Software Center (Windows).* Found out how to "opt-in" with How to Use Google Drive Install the Google Drive desktop app For accessing Google Drive as a faculty member, be sure you "opt-in" to Google apps.
