

Select all files, and press Ctrl+X or right click and choose Cut.Open the Google Drive folder on your computer.Take a backup of the entire Google Drive folder on your computer. Just to be safe, copy the files to a new location on the computer. These files are no longer synced between Google Drive in the cloud and your computer, and they are safely stored online in Google Drive.

Click Backup and Sync from Google > Uninstall.


If you want to know the differences between the two programs, Google has a help document that details the two options: Compare Backup and Sync & File Streamīefore getting started, ensure you have your G Suite username (email address) and password handy as they will be needed during the setup process. The process of switching from Google Drive Backup & Sync to Google Drive File Stream requires careful attention to ensure you don't lose any files. Support Section Home > Knowledgebase > Google G Suite > Switch from Backup & Sync to File Stream Switch from Backup & Sync to File Stream
