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Data storage is a constant concern, opting for cloud storage services rather than relying solely on your computer's hard drive helps in reducing computer capacity and securing data. For those utilizing Google's cloud storage services, it's essential to be aware that Google recently introduced Google Backup and Sync, replacing both Google Drive and Google Photos. Simply install Google Backup & Sync, eliminating the need for separate installations of Google Drive and Google Photos.
Instructions on installing, configuring, and utilizing Google Backup & Sync for data synchronization on your computer.
Step 1: Download Google Backup & Sync from the link https://www.google.com/drive/download/backup-and-sync/ and install it on your computer.
Step 2: Install Google Backup & Sync on your computer by running the exe file. For successful installation, your computer needs to be connected to the internet for Google Backup & Sync to download the necessary installation data. The installation process is entirely automatic, and you just need to wait for it to finish.
A Installation Complete notification will appear; choose Close.
Step 3: After a successful installation, you will see three icons on your desktop for Google Slides, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. On the Welcome to Backup and Sync interface, choose Get Started.
Step 4: The first time you use Google Backup and Sync, you need to go through the setup steps:
Step 1: Start by signing in to your Google account at the Sign in step.
Step 2: After successfully signing in, the interface will proceed to the next step. Choose the folder you want to back up to Google Drive. If you want to add another folder, select Choose folder.
Next, click Change next to Backing up all files and folders to select the backup file type.
Here you have 2 options: Back up all files and folders (backup all files and folders), Back up photos and videos (only backup photos and videos). You can choose Back up all files and folders to back up all important data. Otherwise, choose Back up photos and videos and press OK.
Step 5: Data synchronization.
Move on to the Google Drive section if you only want to back up data to Google Drive without syncing it back. Uncheck the box next to Sync My Drive to this computer. After setup, press Start to begin using Google Backup and Sync.
Step 6: Customize settings.
To view synchronization status, click on the icon in the system tray.
After successfully setting up Google Backup & Sync, simply double-click the icon in the system tray, and the Google Backup & Sync window will appear. It will automatically synchronize data in the folders you agreed to sync in the previous step. If not, you can directly copy and paste data into the Google Backup & Sync folder.
Step 6: Customize settings.
To customize some settings, select Google’s Backup and Sync icon -> click the three vertical dots -> Preferences.
In the Preferences window, if you only want to back up data to Google Drive without syncing it back, choose Google Drive and uncheck the box next to Sync My Drive to this computer as in the setup steps above.
To configure additional settings, choose Settings. In the Settings section, you can upgrade storage capacity (UPGRADE STORAGE) or disconnect your account (DISCONNECT ACCOUNT). Additionally, you have three other options:
- Show warning when I remove items from a shared folder: display a warning when users delete data from a shared folder.
- Open Backup and Sync on system startup: launch Backup and Sync when the system starts.
- Show file sync status icons and right click menu: show synchronization status information when right-clicking on the Backup and Sync icon in the system tray.
To choose an option, simply check the box in front of the option to activate it. Once you have finished setting up, select OK.
So, the article has guided you on how to use Google Backup & Sync to synchronize and back up data on your computer. Hope this article is helpful to you. Wish you success!
