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How to Add a Google Sheet to a Shared Drive (Easiest Way in 2024)

December 5, 2024

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to add a Google Sheet to a shared drive in just a few simple steps. Simply follow the steps below.

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Adding a New Google Sheet File to a Shared Drive

Follow the process below on how to move a Google Sheet to a shared drive.

1. Select "+ New" to Create a New Google Sheet

From your Google Drive, click on the "+ New" button located on the left side of the screen. This option allows you to create new files, including Google Sheets, directly in a folder or shared drive.

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2. Choose "Google Sheets" From the Dropdown Menu

After clicking "+ New," a dropdown menu will appear. Select "Google Sheets" from the options to create a new sheet.

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3. Name Your New Google Sheet

After the new Google Sheet opens, give it a relevant name. You can do this by clicking on the "Untitled spreadsheet" at the top left of the page. It's important to give your sheet a name that others in the shared drive can easily recognize.

4. Confirm the Sheet is in the Correct Shared Drive

Go back to your Google Drive and check the shared drive to make sure the new Google Sheet is there. If the sheet appears in the correct shared drive, you’ve successfully added it.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to move Google Sheet files to a shared folder on Google Drive. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check out our articles on how to show equations on Google Sheets or add a goal line in Google Sheets.

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