Can you delete files from shared with me?

Can you delete files from shared with me?

You may delete a file or folder from the shared with me section. It will not remove the file or folder for anyone else.

Why can’t I delete a shared Google Drive?

When you are sharing a file with someone on drive and you are not the owner of the file then you cant remove that file from your “Shared with me” folder. It’s because you don’t have the permission to do so.

How do you delete items from Google Drive?

How to delete files from Google Drive on Android

  1. Launch the Google Drive app on your device.
  2. Tap the three-dot menu at the right of the file you want to remove.
  3. Scroll down the menu that appears to locate the Remove option and tap Remove.

How do I mass delete files from Google Drive?

Hold the “Shift” key and then select the first file you want to remove, then click the last file you want to remove. With the “Shift” key it will select all the files in between, so be sure that you want all selected to be removed.

How do I organize files shared with me on Google Drive?

This makes items easier to find when you need them.

  1. Locate the file in Shared with Me.
  2. Right click (Command Click for Macs) on the file or folder.
  3. From the menu, choose “+ Add Shortcut to Drive”
  4. File or folder will move to “My Drive” or you can choose “Organize” to choose a specific location.

What happens if I delete a shared drive?

If you delete a folder that you shared with others& you and others will lose access to it. This is because you own it and deleted it as the owner. ANSWER: Nothing will happen if someone deletes a folder you shared with them.

How do I delete multiple shared files in Google Drive?

Also, if you want to delete multiple files at once, then you have to long-press on all the files and folders to select them, and then tap on the delete icon, and you are all done.

How do I stop sharing files on Google Drive?

Stop sharing a file

  1. Open the homescreen for Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides.
  2. Select a file or folder.
  3. Click Share or Share .
  4. Find the person you want to stop sharing with.
  5. To the right of their name, click the Down arrow. Remove.
  6. To save changes, click Save.