Download from Drive to a PC/Flash Drive

Overview

Learn how to download files from your Google Drive onto your Windows PC or flash drive.

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Steps

1. Go to Gmail and sign in using your Triton (Student/Employee) email address.
2. Select the Google Apps button in the top-right corner, then select Drive.
3. Select the file(s) you want to download:
   • Single file: Right-click the file and select Download.
   • Multiple files: Hold CTRL and select each file, then right-click and select Download.
4. The file(s) will begin downloading. The download may appear in the top-right corner of your browser and/or in your Downloads folder.
5. Select the folder icon to view the downloaded files in your Downloads folder. Files are saved there by default unless you have selected a different download location.
6. Move the files to your desired folder or a flash drive by dragging and dropping them. Now, drag the files by right-clicking, then drag to the desired folder or Flash Drive

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Last Updated: August 18th, 2026