Instructions apply to Macs with OS X Yosemite (10.10) and later.

Launch your web web app and go to theGoogle Drive download page.

SelectDownload Drive for desktop.

Download Drive for Desktop highlighted in Google Drive

When the download is complete, locate and double-go for the installer you downloaded.

The file is calledGoogleDrive.dmg.

Wait for the file to open.

GoogleDrive.dmg opening on a Mac desktop

drop your systempasswordif prompted.

(SelectChange Install Locationif you want to change the default location.)

Wait for the installation to complete.

GoogleDrive.pkg file highlighted on Mac desktop

A message displays that the installation was successful.

After that, accessing Google Drive is simple.

ClickSign in With Browserto get started with Google Drive.

Continue highlighted in Google Drive installer window

Select an account to continue configuring Google Drive for Desktop.

Google Drive may ask you to accept notifications.

TheGoogle Driveicon displays in the top menu bar of your Mac.

Install highlighted in the Install Google Drive dialog box

you’re free to now use Google Drive for Desktop to store and share files across your devices.

If that amount isn’t sufficient, you’re free to purchase more space from Google One.

choose the icon to see recent documents you added or updated and if cloud syncing is complete.

Google Drive installation process with monitor bar

Here’s a look at some additional Google Drive for Desktop controls.

Select theNotificationstab to view messages or notifications about your files.

SelectSettings(gear icon) to accessPreferences,Offline Files,Pause Syncing, and more.

Google Drive Installation Successful message

SelectPreferencesto customize your Google Drive options.

Selectyour MacandAdd Folderto upload, store, and sync your files to Google Drive.

Select theGoogle Drivetab to set up your syncing options.

Google Drive sign-in window with Sign in with Browser highlighted

Your Mac now has additional storage available in Google cloud.

So, be sure to install Google Drive on any gear you own or have control over.

All offer some usable form of cloud-based storage for Mac users.

Google Choose an account screen to continue to Google Drive for Desktop

Sign in highlighted on Google Drive warning message

Google Drive for Desktop Notifications tab

Google Drive for Desktop with Settings gear highlighted

Google Drive preferences with Mac and Add Folder highlighted

Google Drive Preferences with Google Drive tab highlighted