Migrating Dropbox Data to Google Drive
Introduction
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to migrate your files from Dropbox to Google Drive. By following this guide, you will learn how to create a backup folder in Dropbox, download your files, unzip them, and then upload them to Google Drive.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Accessing Dropbox
Begin by accessing your Dropbox through your OneLogin portal.
Navigating to Your Folder
On the top left column, click the folder named after your name.
Creating a New Folder
To simplify the process, create a new folder. Name it something easy to remember, like "Dropbox Backup."
Moving Files to the New Folder
Move all your documents and folders into this newly created folder.
Dragging and Dropping
You can drag and drop the folders and files into the newly created folder.
Moving Files Using the Menu
Alternatively, select the files, click the three dots, and in the submenu, select "Move."
Selecting the Destination Folder
Next, select your destination folder.
Confirming the Move
Click the move button to confirm.
Downloading the New Folder
Once all data is moved, hover over the newly created folder, click the three dots button, and select "Download."
Opening Your Download Destination
Open your download destination folder.
Unzipping on Mac
If you're using a Mac, double-click to unzip the contents of the zipped folder you downloaded.
Unzipping on Windows
On a Windows PC, right-click and select "Extract All," then click "Extract" to unzip the contents.
Accessing Google Drive
Access your Google Drive from a browser on your computer.
Uploading the Folder
Click the "+" new button and in the submenu, select "Folder Upload."
Selecting the Unzipped Folder
In the file browser, select the recently unzipped folder.
Waiting for the Upload
Wait for the upload to complete.
Organizing Your Files
After the upload is complete, you can reorganize your files as needed.
Congratulations
Congratulations! You have successfully migrated your Dropbox data to Google Drive.
Conclusion
In this guide, you have learned how to migrate your data from Dropbox to Google Drive. By following the outlined steps and using the provided screenshots, you should now have a clear understanding of how to successfully complete this process.