If your Google Drive storage becomes full, then you can delete some unimportant or unwanted files from your Google Drive to make space to upload new ones. In this guide, we will help you figure out the best way to delete files from Google Drive.
You only get free storage of 15 gigabytes from Google Drive. This free storage includes the data you upload to Google Photos and your Gmail Account. Once the free storage is full, you won’t be able to upload any more photos to Google. In such a situation, you will either have to delete some files to create space or else buy additional storage from Google.
Understanding how to use the free storage as well as maintain your Google Drive storage space can help you save all the hassle. If you are unable to manage it the right way and have filled up the available free storage space, and do not want to pay for that additional storage, learning how to delete files from your Google Drive can help you.
You can easily delete files on Google Drive by following some simple steps. Here are all the steps that you must follow to delete all unimportant and unwanted files from your Google Drive in the most hassle-free way:
Google Drive has a storage quota and you need to use that wisely. Unnecessary file clutter can lead to storage space consumption and you might have to buy space ultimately. To avoid this, you need to clean up the Google Drive space and delete files as required.
Here are the steps how you can permanently delete files on your Drive:
Steps to delete files from Google Drive
- Go to Google Drive
- Now, right-click on any folder or file you want to delete and click on remove
3. The file will be removed, but do keep in mind that the file is not deleted permanently. It’s just moved to the Trash folder. To delete the file permanently, go to Trash folder located on the left side pane
4. Now, when in Trash, right-click the file again and select the “Delete forever” option. This will permanently delete the file.
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