Looking to make the switch from dropbox to google drive but worried you can't take your files and folders with you? You're in luck because Insync, a Google Drive syncing client, makes this process easy for you!

First, you'll need a few things:

• Access to your Dropbox folder
• An internet connection
• Insync installed in your computer

Depending on the size and amount of files you'll be migrating, this process shouldn't take more than 30 minutes! Shall we?

Migrating your files from Dropbox to Google Drive is literally as easy as copy-pasting.

Step 1: Install Insync to access your Base Folder via the app interface.

If you're not familiar with it, Insync serves as a syncing client between your Google Drive and your desktop. This gives you the freedom to continuously sync data across the two.

A big part of this process is your Base Folder.

Your Base Folder is where all your synced Google Drive files will be located and it's created whenever you add an account to Insync.

Every file and folder you add to your Base Folder will be automatically synced to your Google Drive -- including your Dropbox files.

Step 2: Open your Dropbox folder and copy the files and folders you want to migrate.

If you haven't guessed it by now, migrating your files from Dropbox to Google Drive is literally as easy as copy-pasting.

In your file manager, open your Dropbox folder and select the files and folders you want to migrate to Google Drive. Once you're done selecting, copy them and...

Step 3: Paste the files to your Base Folder

Go to your Base Folder and paste your Dropbox files and folders there.

Step 4: Let Insync do the rest!

Go get yourself a Mai Tai while your files are syncing. Once they're done, you'll find them safely tucked in your Google Drive!

Insync has a 15-day free trial per Google account, allowing you ample time to test the app, including using it to migrate your Dropbox ;)

This blog post was written by David Trounce from Help Desk Geek. Follow him here.

Data Synchronization is another way of saying, “Save the document here and open it there.” On paper, it sounds easy and for the most part, that's the reason why we use it to conduct business these days. You may actually be one of those people who use data synchronization and not even know it! Don’t be surprised if that's the case.

Data Synchronization is so present in everyday life that it is almost taken for granted, but what exactly is it?

Synchronization could be as simple as two computers sharing access to the same database via a local area network (LAN) within a small business, whether that connection is wired or wireless.

Synchronizing Google Drive and Windows 10 Explorer is a common use-case.

With this setup, two computers in two different offices connect to the small business server (on-site or off-site) so that synchronization can (and does) occur.

However, it's not just limited to the physical location of one office or one server. Through modern technology, synchronization can occur across the globe and that's the true genius of the cloud. This is exaclty what small businesses have been using it for.

Cloud Storage: OneDrive

It's highly likely that you're already using components that are frequently used in the cloud, like data storage. Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox and OneDrive are perfect examples.

Take OneDrive for example. It's virtual storage for the Microsoft 365 Office suite which has its own set of software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint). You can access these apps via the cloud server instead of having to purchase and install the desktop version(s). It does this by storing the software suite via OneDrive.

In order to utilize cloud apps in a way that is functional and beneficial, diversification and cross-compatibility need to be a part of the mix.

Diversification and Cross-Compatibility

This diversification and cross-compatibility come in many different forms and flavors. For example, Insync does an exceptional job of covering these aspects from different directions, perspectives, and from complete coverage of the needs presented by a question of diversification and cross-compatibility. To get an idea of what this means, check out the list of what Insync covers as a part of their data synchronization service:

• Platforms (like Windows, Mac, Linux) and Multiple Devices (even the same platform/OS);
• Accounts (like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive);
• Shared Drives (offline; workflow management; Google’s Shared Drives; Microsoft SharePoint);
• Peripherals (like the external drive to that Google Drive and/or OneDrive).

Multi-Platform Compatibility

While it is true that one could synchronize data between like-minded devices and operating systems, what fun is there in that?

More realistically, how far would you get with only synchronizing data between the same type of machines (devices) and the same operating system? At some point, there is going to be a glitch. It makes more sense to open the floodgates and allow for cross-platform synchronization.

That would include Windows, Mac, and Linux, to name a few.

Compatibility with Other Drives

Example: OneDrive and Google Drive.

The ability to synchronize between multiple accounts is what really sets a data synchronization service apart from its competitors.

The ability to accept that the cloud is the cloud and that part of that is the very connection (synchronization) between different types of drives is what truly gives you the versatility that you want (and need!).

It is like the glue that helps the small business hold its data together and yet create workflows that keep it flexible.

The Benefits of Data Synchronization in Small Business

When it comes to the reasons, benefits, and uses for data synchronization in the small business realm, we are not talking about some once-in-a-lifetime event or something for the history books (or channel).

We are looking at the efficiency, collaboration, and security that are made possible because of technology like data synchronization in daily, regular use of business applications. After all, what benefit is there, truly, if the technology is not used and not utilized to its fullest, which includes daily, regular use in the business world?

And, when it comes to the business world, the widespread adoption of the technology is most readily met when it is introduced and extended through the small business realm.

Good Common Business Sense

There are good common-sense reasons for implementing a solid data synchronization plan in your small business. The problem is, sometimes we don’t see that common sense part until it is too late. So, let’s take a look at some potential issues that could happen when data synchronization (and specifically quality synchronization) is not a part of the overall small business strategy and why it makes sense to remedy that.

Personalized Service – Closing the Deal

How about the use of data and specifically, data synchronization, in offering superior customer service and support, like beyond the call of duty?

By way of example, West Coast burger joint, the In-N-Out Burger are known for offering exceptional service and in many cases, it seems that that can be attributed to their implementation of data synchronization.

When their drive-thru lanes become full and overflowing the employees will visit the drivers at their window and take their orders.

This information is entered into the employee’s tablet and synchronized with the restaurant kitchen as well as the order taker’s computer at the window.

This provides for an accurate, efficient order process; a very pleasant, personalized experience.

Efficiency and Ease of Use

Back in the day we liked the idea of being able to grab a floppy disk (back when they really were floppy) and inserting it into a computer, moving files onto it, ejecting it (or simply pulling it out), and taking it with us in one of those cool disk notebooks.

In this scenario, we had one thing going for us. We could transfer data from one place to another. In some cases, if the data was simple text, and in special circumstances, we could possibly move it from one type of device to another. For the most part, all we had was the ability to move data from one location to another.

Saving Time

Not only is there the ease of use, transferring data via the click of a button (instead of a floppy disk) but there is also such a thing as saving time.

What if we could calculate the amount of time saved?

The makers of PieSync, another cloud app, calculated that for the general public and come up with a quantitative measurement of time saved by using their cloud app. They calculated that 25 hours could be saved per month.

Granted, their calculation is their analysis and there are no guarantees but even if one day is saved per month, that is still money saved in your small business and that is an increase in the profit margin.

Good Clean Data

There are two general categories of data synchronization. They are functionality and governance (i.e. requirements by governing entities, meant to protect the data and the individuals and entities represented by and with the data).

As a part of fulfilling the needs for and with the data, within these two categories, there is a need to clean the data (remove the outdated and invalid portions of the data; replacing those portions with the updated, valid data).

There is also the need to ensure reliable synchronization of data across the network (whether it is the local or the more global/cloud network). The method of synchronization does vary but accomplishes similar goals.

Collaboration and Flexibility

With cloud apps that allow for two-way, real-time synchronization, there is much more flexibility and real-time collaboration than there ever was before.

Applications (and people) can interface with other applications, other languages, platforms, devices, you name it. Now it is about connecting, and more importantly, synchronization, between the cloud apps and what is available via a wireless connection.

A Few Must-Have Data Sync Features and Provisions

There are some things that we should require when looking for a data synchronization service solution.

Reliable Hosting

Reliable hosting is essential for effective and reliable data synchronization. We are not talking about your simple freebie web hosting here but the actual hosting of the server that handles the software and the networking between the sub-servers and other computers that handle the functionality of the cloud.

If the hosting of these computers and servers is not handled properly and if it is not reliable, there can be interruptions in the transfer of the data, the data synchronization.

The small business owner can check online reviews, HostScore and recommendations to find out about the data synchronization service provider and how reliable they are as a service.

Secure Server

Security is something that is very important when it comes to data. As Talend states, “How data moves through your system needs to meet certain regulatory standards as they relate to specific industries as well as to privacy laws.”

In order to ensure that data is secure, at the source where it is/was created as well as in its synchronization process, the data needs to be encrypted and that is something that is handled via a secure server.

The key thing (no pun intended) is that you need your data to be secure and in order to ensure that your data is secure, you need a system administrator who knows what he or she is doing, when it comes to secure data, data encryption, etc.

Or, a more direct route is to ensure that the service that is providing your data synchronization service employs people who know what they are doing and have this part of the equation covered for you so you don’t have to worry about it personally.

Nice-To-Have Data Sync Features

In addition to the must-haves when it comes to data synchronization, there are also nice-to-haves that we may want to add to our list(s).

Choosing What to Sync – When and Where

Insync calls this service, this ability to select what to sync, Selective Sync 2.0. That makes sense when you consider how the process is carried out and how the files, folders, etc. are chosen.

This feature allows the user to select which files, folders, etc. should be synced with each service. For example, if a person is syncing their desktop computer (a.k.a. desktop), a cloud storage service (a.k.a. drive), and their laptop computer (a.k.a. laptop), they could select which files show up in which locations.

Ability to Open Documents in Different Software Solutions

Due to the variety of software packages being used, there is a greater need for documents to be able to be opened in multiple software packages without any delays or hiccups.

Granted, this may not be an absolute requirement when it comes to data synchronization service but it is certainly a nice-to-have feature to have a service that provides automatic document conversion. And, with virtual teams and collaboration and efficiency being high on the list for small businesses, this conversion opportunity becomes that much more essential.

Easy Filtering Capabilities

What if, by typing a word or two, you could direct your data synchronization process to do what you wanted it to do and it only took seconds? Sure, you could use the selective process to choose which files or folders would be synched and when but wouldn’t it be much simpler (and quicker) to come up with a keyword or phrase that tells the system to ignore a particular file?

Insync employees the process of using a filter to handle the heavy lifting for us and apply a variety of Ignore Rules.

The process involves setting up a filter that tells the synching process to ignore any file or folder with a particular keyword present. All you need to do is add that keyword to the filename and the synchronization process will automatically ignore it.

In Summary

By choosing the right data synchronization service provider and utilizing the service appropriately, small businesses can see the potential for improvements in the following areas:

• Sales information that helps clients to make informed decisions.
• Customer information that helps the small business to properly and adequately serve their customers… in a way that is both beneficial to the customers and the small business.
• Product and service information that helps the small business to learn about areas for improvement and improving their services, moving forward in their own business while also serving their customers and clients in a meaningful manner.
• Vendor information to help negotiate meaningful transactions and relationships between companies, aiding in the improvement for all entities involved.
• Upper management, as well as investors, having a thumb on the workings of the small business in a way that helps them help the small business and vice versa.

With time, data synchronization has the opportunity to improve and to offer that much more when it comes to functionality, efficiency, and the effectiveness of the small business. The technology has already moved the business industry forward and we have a positive future in front of us, thanks to data synchronization.

Web design has seen tremendous growth over the last decade and with it, the rise of extremely talented designers. But what is a designer without his tools? With so much cutting-edge tech available, it’s difficult to decide what tools or services to add to your arsenal.

Enter cloud syncing.

Cloud syncing is not the latest tech nor the most powerful but it’s arguably the most useful. Over the years, countless creative teams have moved their business to the cloud and one thing is for certain — it works. But how? That’s what we’ll be sharing with you today.

In this blog post, we’ll be covering the following benefits of cloud syncing for web designers:

• Accessing files from multiple computers and locations
• Seamlessly sharing files with your team and clients
• Keeping your files up to date
• Backing up important files
• Saving space on your local computer

Access files from anywhere

With the sheer amount of tools available for web designers, it’s inevitable to use multiple computers throughout the day. A draft can be started on a smartphone, fleshed out on a desktop computer at work, and later edited at home using a laptop.

By utilizing cloud syncing, you’ll have fast and easy access your files — no need to transfer files back and forth using external hard drives or any other piece of hardware! Simply sync the file and boom, it’ll be easily accessible no matter where you are.

Sharing (files) is caring

Web designers never work alone. Whether you’re coordinating with your team or updating a client, sharing your work is essential. This is where your preferred sync app comes in handy and it can open a huge opportunity for seamless collaboration.

Most sync apps (e.g. Insync, Backup and Sync, OneDrive, etc.) provide ways to share files within the app interface. Plus, it's easy to manage who can access the link and who can edit the file -- useful if you’re dealing with highly confidential files.

Files will always be updated

Designers have been plagued by a specific problem since the dawn of time and that’s managing file versions. Doesn’t it suck when you have to slog through hundreds of items just to find the latest version of a file? Cloud syncing solves this problem because every edit made to a file is automatically applied to all of its locations!

Some cloud storage providers (e.g. OneDrive) even support file versioning so you can revert to an older version if you need to. After all, old designs are a great source of inspiration if you’re in need of it.

Backup if you know what’s good for you!

In life, some things are completely out of your control. Your computer crashing is one of them but there are ways to be prepared. Backing up your files via cloud syncing is one such way. By doing so, you’re insuring your computer and your livelihood!

As previously mentioned, every change made to a synced file will be automatically saved and applied in all of its locations. This also means that syncing your files will back them up to the cloud! So (knock on wood) if your computer crashes, your synced files will still be intact and easily accessible from any other computer via your sync app. That kind of peace of mind is priceless!

Saving space

With design files getting bigger and bigger, it’s now more difficult managing your computer’s local storage. It’s common to be working on design files that are 20GB or larger which begs the question, where do we store such files? The answer is: send them off to the cloud!

Cloud storage providers can help you store hundreds, even thousands, of files so cloud storage capacity isn’t an issue. You may need to pay for bigger cloud storage but considering this involves your livelihood, we’d say it’s a worthwhile investment.

For reference, OneDrive’s Business Plan is $5.00 a month for 1 TB. That’s a whole lot of storage at a cheap price. And some computers even have OneDrive initially installed in them with free storage so you already might have this, you just don’t know it yet.

For Google Drive (or Google One), 2 TB of cloud storage will cost you $9.99. Either way, you can’t go wrong with choosing either Google Drive or OneDrive for storing your files in the cloud to save space.

Start syncing with Insync

Insync is a Google Drive and OneDrive sync app on Linux, Windows, and Mac. If you’re a web designer and use multiple computers and accounts, Insync will definitely improve your workflow.

We’re moving towards a multi-cloud environment and Insync lets you manage your Google Drive and OneDrive in one app interface — no need to switch between apps! Perfect if you use Google Drive to store personal photos but need access to OneDrive for work.

Download Insync now and make use of the 15-day free trial!

If you’re a professor, chances are you’ve dabbled with cloud storage before but only as a backup tool to save files (e.g. assignments, reading materials, etc.).

Yes, cloud storage fundamentally does this but you’re missing out on one key feature that will benefit you and your class the most -- file syncing.

Why Should Professors Sync Their Files?

1. Access the latest file versions

As a professor, it's in your best interest to provide your class with the latest version of important files to avoid confusion and miscommunication. File syncing definitely helps in that regard. Simply sync a file and share it with your class so that every change will be automatically applied in all of its locations -- including your students' computers.

Need to revert to a previous version? No worries, some cloud storage providers (e.g. OneDrive) support file versioning so you can revert to previous versions in case you need to. This gives professors the flexibility and peace of mind to work anywhere, which leads us to our next point...

2. Stay connected across multiple computers

According to a 2016 survey, four-in-ten Americans say they have three or more computers in their home. In other words, using multiple computers throughout the day is commonplace in today's age, which is another reason to utilize file syncing.

File syncing provides a mobile workflow that makes it possible to work from anywhere. Still revising your lecture notes but need to feed your dog at home? No problem! Simply sync the file you’re working on, go home, and pick up where you left off using your personal computer. After you’ve fed your dog, of course!

3. Easily share files with your class and manage permissions

Sharing files should be easy but that’s not always the case, especially if it involves sharing a file with your entire class. This is where your preferred sync app comes in handy. Most sync apps, Insync included, lets you share files and manage permissions within the app -- no web browser required!

With Insync, the fastest way to share a file is to locate the file within the app and click Share. A menu will appear where you can copy the link and manage permissions. Copy the link and select whether anyone with the link can edit the file, add comments, or just view it. Quite helpful since it ensures that only the necessary people have access to your files which opens up the opportunity for...

4. Streamlined collaboration with coworkers

Students aren’t the only people you’ll be sharing files with. When working with fellow professors, file syncing will make your workflows much more streamlined. Using Google’s Shared Drives or Microsoft’s SharePoint platform, you can invite colleagues to a shared folder where all necessary files can be accessed. Changes to these files are instantly synced between colleagues so that collaboration is seamless -- no need to keep sending files back and forth!

Do more with cloud storage

Set on using cloud storage and file syncing? Great! The next step is to choose your cloud storage provider. We suggest these two:

OneDrive

OneDrive is Microsoft’s cloud storage service. Some universities provide free cloud storage but if you purchased MS Office 365, you’re automatically given 1 TB of free storage -- more than enough to get you started.

Google Drive

Google Drive comes with 15GB of free cloud storage. It’s not a lot but it’s a great starting point considering it has collaborative services such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Start syncing!

Once you’ve selected which cloud storage provider to use, it’s time to start syncing your files! If you’re using Windows or Mac, there are official sync apps for Google Drive and OneDrive. Sadly, support for these apps on Linux isn’t available.

With Insync, you can sync your Google Drive and OneDrive on Linux! It also has unique features to boot such as Docs Conversion and the Ignore Rules for starters. Mac and Windows users may also benefit from Insync if they use multiple Google and Microsoft accounts, and prefer to manage their files in one app interface.

Download Insync now and make use of the 15-day free trial!

When you sync your Google Drive with Insync, you'll be adding a Google Drive folder (a.k.a Base Folder*) to Windows Explorer. That way, you'll have offline access to your Google Drive files and the changes you make locally will be reflected in the cloud.

*The Base Folder is where all synced files are located. Insync suggests a default location for this during installation but you can change this at anytime. Also, the name of your Base Folder will be the email of the Google Account you signed in with.

How to add a Google Drive folder on Windows 10

Follow these simple steps to add a Google Drive folder to Windows Explorer.

1. Download and install Insync

2. Sign in using your Google Account.

3. Select the location of your Base Folder (this is where all synced files will be located).

4. Enter Selective Sync Mode and sync your Google Drive files. To sync your entire Google Drive, click Select all.

5. Click Apply and wait for your files to finish syncing!

6. Once your Google Drive files are finished syncing, you can access them in your Base Folder.

How to sync local files up to Google Drive

Adding a local file up to Google Drive is simple with Insync and can be done in a few steps.

1. Go to the local file you want to sync.

2. Move the file into the desired location in your Base Folder.

3. The file will be added to your Google Drive.

Sync your Team Drives too!

If you make use of Shared Drives (formerly known as Team Drives), you can sync that too so you have local access to it. Your Shared Drive will have its own Base Folder so your files don't get mixed up.

1. Go to the Team Drives tab

2. Enter Selective Sync mode to select which files to sync

3. Access synced files on the Team Drives folder

For more info on how to use Insync, visit our Help Center. We also highly appreciate feedback so if you have any, email us at support@insynchq.com!

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(Update 07/23/2019): In a new client update, Dropbox has brought back partial support for zfs, eCryptFS, xfs, and btrfs filesystems in Linux (64-bit only).

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Dropbox has dropped support for all Linux file systems except unencrypted ext4. Simply put, if you’re running on nfs, btrfs or eCryptfs, you can kiss Dropbox goodbye.

Of course, there are more details to the problem that’s been covered by other blogs and forums. Jack Wallen from Tech Republic has an interesting take on the issue which is well worth the read.

In summary, Dropbox has failed a large part of the Linux community and because of this, you may be asking yourself “where do I move my files?”

That’s where Insync comes in.

Insync + Google Drive, the solution to Dropbox woes

Dropbox has been a go-to cloud storage provider for Linux users especially since the Linux version works great -- but to those looking to migrate, Insync is here!

Insync is a cross-platform (Windows, macOS and Linux) Google Drive syncing client that supports a wide range of distributions and file managers:

• Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Debian, Fedora, OpenSUSE & CentOS
• Nautilus, Caja, Dolphin, Nemo, Thunar

More importantly, Insync doesn’t discriminate on file systems, we support them all.

Dropbox vs. Insync + Google Drive

Insync does require that you move from Dropbox to Google Drive. Here’s a quick feature comparison:

The Cost

As with any product, there’s the discussion of cost. You can refer to the table below for the pricing details, starting from the cheapest options.

Google Drive has a cheaper entry point at $2/month for 100GB of storage vs. Dropbox's cheapest option of $10/month for 1TB. Coupled with Insync's one-time pricing for a lifetime license, Insync + Google Drive could come out as a more affordable setup for Linux users.

Migrating your files

If you decide to make the switch, just follow these steps to move your files from Dropbox to Google Drive using Insync:

1. Install Insync and connect to your Google Drive
2. Copy the files from your Dropbox folder
3. Paste the files to your Insync folder which syncs to your Google Drive
4. Go get yourself a Mai Tai

And migrating your files from Dropbox to Google Drive is that easy, folks! All you need to do to get started is click the button below. 😉

Update (07/16/2019): Our team has investigated the viability of being able to sync Google Photos with Insync. We've discovered certain API limitations will prevent the same high quality integration you're currently experiencing with Google Drive.

With that, we have decided not to pursue syncing Google Photos for now. Don't worry, we'll still be open to doing so if their API has improved.

Update (05/28/2019): According to a Google report, your Google Photos folder will no longer sync to Google Drive starting July. If you want to see Google Photos integrated into Insync, email us a feature request at support@insynchq.com!

The Linux community has been vocal in requesting for an official Google Drive and Photos desktop client but Google still hasn’t answered the call.

Insync is a Google Drive client for Linux, and today we’ll share a workflow on how to sync your Google Photos on Linux using your mobile.

Let’s dive in, shall we?

Note: this works on Mac and Windows too!

What you’ll need

To sync your Google Photos to Linux, you’ll need a few things:

• A Linux desktop running Insync. You can download Insync here and view the setup guide here.
• Web access to your Google Drive.

To automatically sync photos taken on your smartphone, you'll need:

• A Linux desktop running Insync.
• Google Photos installed on your smartphone
• Bonus: Extra Google Drive storage

Once you have these, you’re good to go! Just follow the steps below.

Setting up Google Drive, Photos and Insync

1. Access your Google Drive on your web browser.
2. Go to Settings which can be accessed by clicking the “Cog” icon.

3. Under the General tab, tick the box that says Create a Google Photos folder. This will create a folder for your Google Photos under your Google Drive. Since it’s a folder under your Google Drive, it will be shown in the Insync app.

4. Open up Insync and sync the Google Photos folder. Once the folder is synced, it will appear in your Insync folder.

5. When your Google Photos folder is finished syncing, open the location in your Insync folder and you’ll find your Google Photos now available locally!

Syncing Google Photos on Mobile to Linux desktop

Now that you have the Google Photos folder synced to your Linux desktop, let's setup Google Photos on your smartphone.

1. Open up Google Photos, go to Settings, then Back up & sync and activate Back up & sync. This will automatically upload any new photos you take with your smartphone to Google Drive. (If you want to retain the original quality of your photos, we suggest buying extra Google Drive storage.)

2. Start taking photos with your smartphone! Your new photos will automatically sync up to your Google Photos folder in your Google Drive and Insync will work its magic.

Say hello to Google Photos on Linux... with some caveats 🛠

Syncing Google Photos has never been easier for a Linux user! However, there are some shortcomings you should be aware of:

• Syncing your photos up to Google Photos only works on mobile. Uploading to Google Photos on Linux desktop isn’t possible with this workflow and to do so, you’ll need to do it manually via the web version of the app.
• Second, managing photos isn’t Insync’s forte so we suggest doing this through your Linux file manager.

Still, we believe that this workflow will be helpful to a large number of users and we hope you’re one of them! If you have any questions, concerns, and/or feedback, shoot us an email at support@insynchq.com! 😊

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Google introduced 2 new tools last year, Backup and Sync and Drive File Stream, which replaced the original Google Drive Sync desktop app that long-time syncers would be familiar with.

Google Drive Sync basically mapped a "Google Drive" folder on your local filesystem that was (you guessed it) synced to your Google Drive.

That method of syncing went away with the release of Backup and Sync & Drive File Stream.

Bring back the dedicated "Google Drive sync folder" with Insync, a superpowered syncing client on Windows, Linux and macOS.

Here's how:

1. Map/Choose your local sync folder

This happens during the Insync setup process -- Windows, Linux and macOS.

In this case, the folder name will be the account name "alex.syncs @ gmail.com":

2. Sync your files

Choose the cloud files you want to see locally on the Insync interface.

Sync all files, just some or no files at all. The app shows you all your Google Drive files:

3. Use your local Google Drive folder

See and use your synced files in your mapped Google Drive folder.

Add more files in the folder to sync them up to Google Drive.

Screenshot is macOS but it works similarly on Windows and Linux:

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