Organizing files and folders on Google Drive can sometimes be overwhelming, but it’s actually easy to make your Google Drive look more visually appealing. You can change folder colors on Google Drive to improve your organization and productivity. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:
How to Change Google Drive Folder Colors on Android
- Launch the Google Drive app on your Android device and tap “Files.”
- Select the folder that you want to color, long-press it to select it, and then tap the three-dot icon in the top-right corner.
- Choose “Change Color,” located just below “Change Name.”
- Google Drive will present twenty different color options. Select the one that you like.
- After selecting the color, Google Drive will confirm the change with the precise name of the color you chose.
- Repeat these steps for any other folders you want to change colors for.
How to Change Google Drive Folder Colors on the Web
- Open your preferred web browser and go to Google Drive (drive.google.com).
- Scroll down to “Folders,” right-click on the folder you want to change the color, and select “Change Color.” To select multiple folders, hold down the CTRL key and click each folder you want to change color.
- Choose a color from the available options.
- Google Drive will confirm the change, and the folder icon will change color.
It’s simple, and now you can organize your files and folders with your preferred color codes to save time when accessing your Google Drive files.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I assign different colors to various files in the same folder?
Unfortunately, you can only assign colors to folders and not individual files. However, you can still group files with different colors by using subfolders.
Can I use the same folder colors on both Android and the web?
Yes, both platforms have the same set of colors. However, there may be slight color variations between the two.
Can I change the folder color back to the default color?
Yes, you can. Just follow the same steps mentioned above and select the default color, and the folder will return to its original color.
Is it necessary to pay for Google Drive to use this feature?
No, this feature is available to all Google Drive users, both free and paid plans.
Final Thoughts
Changing folder colors on Google Drive is a simple yet effective way to improve your organization and make your Google Drive experience more enjoyable. We hope our step-by-step guide and FAQs help you make the most of this feature.
