How do I copy a folder in Google Drive for Android or Google Drive via Google Chrome for Android?
I tried long pressing the folder but I cannot select the folders. I can only open them and view their contents.
asked Mar 19, 2023 at 12:53
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It is not (yet) possible to copy and paste a folder on Google Drive.
The Google Drive Help - Organize your files in Google Drive for "Computer" mentions the following regarding copying:
Make a copy of a file
Important:
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- You can’t copy folders, only files.
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Thus, it has to be done manually:
- Create a new folder and input a name
- Navigate to the folder to be copied
- Select one or more files to copy
- Select "Send a copy"
- Choose the "Drive" app
- For "Location", navigate to the new folder and select it
- Tap "Save"
answered Mar 19, 2023 at 13:59
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Thank you for your answer. I've updated my post. Can you please help me determine what the problem might be? Thanks. Commented Mar 22, 2023 at 5:03
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@JoselinJocklingson that looks like a different issue. I don't see the WiFi icon on the status bar, only mobile data. If you want to allow uploading files on mobile data, there's a setting inside the Google Drive app that states "Transfer files only over Wi-Fi".– Andrew T. ♦Commented Mar 22, 2023 at 5:11