Does Google Drive have a local folder?

Where is the local folder for Google Drive?

After installing Google Drive on your Windows computer, it creates a dedicated folder, labeled “Google Drive”, on your main drive – C:\Users\<yourusername>\Google Drive. It's in this folder that all your videos, documents, images, and every other file will be stored as a backup.

Are Google Drive files stored locally?

With Google Drive for desktop, this is no problem. Your files are stored exclusively online unless you make them available for offline access.

How do I make Google Drive a local Drive?

Use this tip to add Google Drive to your Documents folder in Windows, so it is always easy to find1Right-click your Documents folder and select Properties.2Select "Include a folder..." and locate your Google Drive folder.3To make Google Drive your default save location, select Set save location.4Click OK or Apply.