When you are creating a new Doc that you want your collaborators to have access to, first OPEN your share folder and then create a new Doc. Any Docs that you already created, can be dragged or moved into the shared folder. Now that you have a shared folder, you and the collaborators can add files into it and even create new Google Docs inside of it. Inside the Collaboration Place Create New Docs in the Folder

You can type a message that will be sent along with the notification telling your colleagues what you are sharing with them. Also by default, collaborators will be notified via email that you have shared a folder with them. This means that they can organize, add, and edit content that is inside the folder. Type the email addresses of the people you want to share the folder with. By default, the people you add will have editing access. Share the FolderĬlick on the share icon (the man with the plus sign). If you want to be fancy, you can use Shift F to create a folder as well. Creating a PLACE for Collaboration Create a FolderĪccess Google Drive, create a new folder, and title it. Students will need to share folders as well, especially when working on collaborative projects with peers.

Teachers may need to share folders with colleagues, students, or parents. Sharing a folder, or any Doc, opens up the gateways to collaboration. Knowing how to share a folder in Google Drive is a G Suite essential skill.

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