1
Navigate to Google Drive
Open your Google Drive account to access your files or folders and begin managing sharing permissions.
How to share a Google Drive folder
A step-by-step guide to managing folder permissions in Google Drive, adjusting access levels, and sharing links securely.
Operations
2
Open the Share Options
Right-click the respective folder and select Share → Share.
3
Add People or Groups
Enter the email address of the person or group you want to share the folder with.
4
Click the Editor dropdown
Click the dropdown arrow next to "Editor" in the sharing modal to change the permission level.
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Add a Message
Optionally, add a short message to provide context about the shared folder.
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Share the Folder
Click Send to share the folder with the selected people.
7
Share Using a Link
Click Restricted and select Anyone with the link if you want anyone with the link to access the folder.
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Click the Viewer dropdown
Click the dropdown arrow next to "Viewer" in the General access section to change the permission level.
9
Click the Copy link button
Click the Copy link button in the bottom left of the share modal to copy the folder's link to your clipboard.
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