#GOOGLE BACKUP AND SYNC DOWNLOAD#

Do not uninstall Backup and Sync until the transition is complete.

If applicable, after Google Drive for desktop is set up, Backup and Sync will be uninstalled.

The wizard will copy your settings and guide you through set up. I have already looked into the HKEYCURRENTUSERSoftwareGoogleDrive Registry key which seems to be the place where the Backup and Sync tool stores its settings.

Google Drive is universal app (Intel and M1) - though many users still have various issues with v47 - either its clunky installation or ocassional issues with sync.

If the account you are signing in with is also signed into Backup and Sync on your computer, a setup wizard will launch. Google Backup and Sync is Intel based (Rosetta), but works relatively good.

If you have multiple accounts signed in to Backup and Sync, you will be given the opportunity to move them all to Drive for desktop. Gain peace of mind knowing Google One seamlessly backs up what’s important on your device photos, videos, contacts, and more.

macOS: Open Applications > Google Drive.Run the installer and complete the installation steps.If you are a Windows user, type Add or remove programs in the Start search bar of.

#GOOGLE BACKUP AND SYNC DOWNLOAD#

Users should complete the following steps to download and run Drive for desktop: First, we will uninstall Backup and Sync from macOS or Windows computers. It also allows you to sync files between your computer and the cloud, and to upload files to Google Drive and Google Photos from external devices.īackup and Sync will remain available until October, 2021, after which users will not be able to sign in to Backup and Sync. When you use this service, you won't ever have to worry. Drive for desktop allows you to sync local folders to Google Drive and Google Photos. Google Backup and Sync is a service from Google Drive that allows you to backup everything on your computer to the cloud on Google Drive. Google is transitioning Backup and Sync to a new file syncing app called Google Drive for desktop.

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