When running, you'll see the Google Drive logo in your menu bar. You can also launch the 'Google Drive' app found in your /Applications folder. Google Drive File Stream will automatically open when you log in to your Mac. Google Drive will not function until you've restarted your Mac. Click Restart to complete the installation. You will be prompted to restart your Mac. Note: You do not need to unlock System Preferences to complete this step. The System Preferences app opens to Security & Privacy settings.Ĭlick the Allow button beside 'System software from developer 'Google, Inc.' has been updated.'
The first time you open Google Drive, you may see three notifications about a System Extension.Ĭlick Open System Preferences. Macs running macOS Big Sur require additional steps to use Google Drive.
