WebDAV: Set up Google Drive as a drive - how it works
WebDAV is a protocol that you can use to address the most common cloud storage devices. This practical tip tells you whether you can also use Google Drive in this way.
Address Google Drive with WebDAV - is that possible?
The answer to this is relatively simple: No, that is not possible. Unfortunately, unlike Dropbox, there are no providers who can do this.
CarotDAV - a WebDAV aging stand
CarotDAV is a good alternative to WebDAV. To do this, you have to grant the program one-time access to your Google account.
- Download CarotDAV and install the program.
- Press "File", then "New Connection" and then select "Google Drive".
- Enter the name for the new connection and the file path. If you want to include all of your Google Drive storage, just leave the path field blank.
- Now press »Authorize« to allow CarotDAV access to your cloud. To do this, click the link and log in to Google.
- After successfully logging in to Google, you will receive a code. Copy this and paste it into the corresponding field at CarotDAV.
- Now click on "OK" to complete the process. You can now use Google Drive simply by opening CarotDAV.
In the next practical tip you will read about the best extensions for Google Drive.