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Google Drive DESKTOP App Shut Down The Google Drive desktop application for both Mac and PC is being shut down on May 12 th , 2018.  Google Drive File Stream Google Drive File Stream, a desktop application that allows you to quickly access all of your Google Drive Files on your computer, will be replacing the Google Drive desktop application for Mac and PC. Help with Google Drive File Stream For directions on how to Backup/Sync your Google Drive files and how to delete the Google Drive desktop application, go to Google Drive Help . For instructions on how to install Google File Stream, visit our KISD Digital Learning Blog . Other Google Apps It is important to know that this shutdown will not impact other Google Drive services. If you do not transition to Drive File Stream or Backup and Sync by May 12 th , updates to files will stop syncing between your computer and Drive on that date.

What is Google Drive File Stream? File Stream is a new Google feature that provides a shortcut to your MY DRIVE files on your computer. After installing, a MY DRIVE shortcut will appear on your desktop where all items from your Drive will be streamed. Google Drive File Stream saves storage on your computer and saves time while not having to wait on syncing. Even though streaming requires an internet connection, the option to download files and folders to your computer directly is still available. How to Use It? LOG INTO Google Go to DRIVE Click the SETTINGS GEAR in the top right corner: Click DOWNLOAD DRIVE FILE STREAM FOR WINDOWS Choose the appropriate DOWNLOAD button. Run the googledrivefilestream file (WIN) or the DriveFileStream.dmg (MAC) to download the application Once it downloads, login with the Google Drive account. The file stream will appear in the File Explorer (WIN) or Finder (MAC) window named Google Drive File Stream  and all of your folders and files will appea...