How to mail googlr drive folders in mail
You can mail Google Drive folders by creating a ZIP file of the folder contents and attaching it to an email. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Method 1: Using Google Drive's built-in feature
- Open Google Drive and navigate to the folder you want to share.
- Click on the three vertical dots next to the folder name and select "Get link" or "Share".
- In the "Get link" or "Share" window, select "Email" as the sharing method.
- Enter the email addresses of the recipients and add any additional settings as needed (e.g., permission level, expiration date).
- Click "Send" to send the email with the folder link.
Method 2: Creating a ZIP file and attaching it to an email
- Open Google Drive and navigate to the folder you want to share.
- Right-click on the folder and select "Download" or "Download as ZIP".
- Choose a location to save the ZIP file and click "Download".
- Once the ZIP file is downloaded, open your email client (e.g., Gmail, Outlook) and compose a new email.
- Attach the ZIP file to the email by clicking the "Attach file" button and selecting the ZIP file.
- Enter the email addresses of the recipients and add any additional settings as needed (e.g., subject line, message body).
- Click "Send" to send the email with the attached ZIP file.
Tips:
- Make sure the folder contents are publicly accessible or that you have the necessary permissions to share the folder.
- If you're sharing a large folder, consider using a cloud storage service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive, which allows you to share large files and folders more easily.
- Be cautious when sharing sensitive or confidential information, as it may be accessible to others once shared.
- Consider using a password-protected ZIP file or encrypting the folder contents to add an extra layer of security.