Google Drive Free Download Latest Version for macOS. It is a full offline installer and standalone setup for macOS.
Google Drive Overview
Google Drive for Mac is Google’s desktop application for accessing, synchronizing, and managing files stored in Google Drive directly from a Mac. It integrates cloud storage with macOS, allowing users to work with files stored online while accessing them through Finder. The application is useful for individuals, businesses, students, teams, and anyone who regularly works with Google Drive files across multiple devices.
Google Drive for desktop provides two main ways to work with cloud files: streaming files from the cloud to conserve local storage, or mirroring selected Drive content so files are maintained locally on the Mac. Files can be opened from Finder using familiar Mac workflows, while changes are synchronized with Google Drive.
The application can also synchronize selected folders from the Mac with Google Drive and back up supported content such as photos and videos to Google Photos. It supports shared drives for eligible Google Workspace users and provides access to cloud-based files without requiring users to manage uploads manually through a web browser.
Google Drive for Mac is particularly useful for users who need continuous access to cloud files, collaboration through Google Workspace, automatic synchronization, and a convenient way to manage online storage from Finder.
Features
- Cloud File Access — Access files stored in Google Drive directly from Finder.
- File Streaming — Stream cloud files on demand without keeping the complete Drive library stored locally.
- File Mirroring — Keep selected Google Drive files available locally for offline access and synchronization.
- Automatic Synchronization — Synchronize supported changes between the Mac and Google Drive.
- Finder Integration — Manage Google Drive files through the familiar macOS Finder interface.
- Offline Access — Make supported files available locally so they can be accessed without an active internet connection.
- Folder Synchronization — Back up or synchronize selected folders from the Mac with Google Drive.
- Google Photos Backup — Back up supported photos and videos from selected Mac folders to Google Photos.
- Shared Drives — Access and work with shared drives when using an eligible Google Workspace account.
- Google Workspace Integration — Work alongside Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and other Google Workspace services.
- Multiple Account Support — Manage supported Google accounts from the Drive for desktop application.
- File Status Indicators — View synchronization and availability information for files and folders.
- Selective Offline Storage — Keep specific cloud files or folders locally available when needed.
- Background Synchronization — Continue syncing supported files while the application runs in the background.
- Cross-Device File Access — Keep files synchronized across supported computers and devices through Google Drive.
System Requirements
- Operating System: macOS 12.0 Monterey or later for current Google Drive for desktop releases.
- Processor: Compatible 64-bit Intel or Apple Silicon Mac.
- RAM: Google does not publish a specific minimum RAM requirement for typical use.
- Storage: Requires sufficient local storage for the application, cache, mirrored files, offline files, and any folders selected for synchronization.
- Display/Resolution: No specific minimum display resolution is required.
- Apple Silicon Support: Yes, Google Drive for desktop supports Apple Silicon Macs.
- Intel Mac Support: Yes, compatible Intel-based Macs are supported.
- Internet Connection: Required for cloud synchronization and accessing files that are not stored locally. Offline files can be accessed without an active connection when configured appropriately.
- Google Account: A Google Account is required to use Google Drive.
- Additional Requirements: Some features, such as Shared Drives, are dependent on the Google Workspace edition and account permissions. Google Drive for desktop may also require macOS permissions to access and synchronize selected folders.
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