how to make a google drive folder public

Sharing your Google Drive folders with others can be a convenient way to collaborate or share files with colleagues, classmates, or friends. Making a folder public allows anyone to access and view its contents without needing a Google account or invitation. Here's how you can make a Google Drive folder public:

Step 1: Turn Editing Off

To start, click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of your screen and select 'Turn editing off.' This will allow you to add a resource link to your Moodle page.

Step 2: Save and Return to Course

Scroll down and click on the 'Save and return to course' button. This will save your changes and take you back to your course in Moodle.

Step 3: Add Resource Link

In the left column, scroll down and select 'URL' under Resources. In the location where you would like to create the link to Google Drive, click on the 'Add an activity or resource link' button.

Step 4: Set Up External URL

In the External URL field, paste the URL of the shared Google Drive file or folder. This will be a publicly accessible link that anyone can access.

Step 5: Add Name and Description (Optional)

You can also add a name for the link to the shared folder in the Name field. Additionally, you can include a description of the link in the Description field if desired.

Step 6: Turn Editing On

Finally, click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of your screen and select 'Turn editing on.' This will allow you to view the changes you made earlier.

That's it! With these simple steps, you can make a Google Drive folder public and share its contents with others. By using this method, you can easily collect and share files within Moodle using Google Drive for file management tasks.

How to make a google drive folder public