Fix Google Drive (G:) Drive From Disappearing

If you haven't completed the syncing files on your hard drive to Google Drive process, please read our Sync Files On Your Hard Drive To Google Drive article first.

Solution 1: Run Google Drive & Pin To Quick Access

1. Click on the Start button in the lower left corner and start typing Google Drive
   1. Click Open
   
    
   1. Your Google Drive (G:) will appear under Below This PC and OS (C:) in your File Explorer. 
   2. Right-click on the Google Drive (G:) and select Pin to Quick access
      
       

    

   Solution 2. Verify That Files Are Syncing to Google Drive (G:)

2. Right-click on the Google Drive icon in your taskbar, select the gear icon, and then choose Preferences.

   
   

   2. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner.

   3. Scroll down to Google Drive streaming location and ensure the Drive letter option G is selected.  Make sure the box is checked for Show Google Drive in Quick Access in File Explorer. 

   1. Click Done
   
   

Bonus tip: For Super Fast Access, Pin Google Drive (G:) To Your Taskbar

Note: This shortcut will open in File Explorer

1. Click on the Start button in the lower left corner and start typing Google Drive
   1. Select Pin to taskbar 

Now you can get to Google Drive quickly by clicking the Google Drive icon on the bottom taskbar!