Downloading a file from Google Drive

You don't need a Google Account to download a file from Google Drive. However, the way in which you download a file differs depending on whether or not you're signed into a Google Account. Both approaches are covered below.

Singed in to Google Drive

1. Click link to file on Google Drive. Your Google Drive will open.

2. Control-click (Mac) or right-click (PC) the file you'd like to download.

3. In the fly-out menu, select Download.

Not signed in to Google Drive

1. Click link to file on Google Drive. A web interface will open.

2. Hover your mouse over the file you'd like to download. A Download button (down arrow) will appear above the file.

3. Click the Download button.