Chromebook: Access Local Storage

Chromebook: Access Local Storage




Article Goal - Illustrate how-to access local/external storage on a Chromebook
Article Audience - Public


Open the Files App

1. On the Keyboard, tap the (Shift + Alt + M) keys


The Files App

1. Downloads Folder – Default save location for local files
2. Google Drive – Transfer files directly to or from your Google Drive

3. Folder Display Options – Sort files A-Z, Search folder, Change View, and more




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