How Do You Find Shared Files In Google Drive? (2026/718)

Have you ever switched devices and thought you lost access to a file someone shared with you in Google Drive? If you can log into your Google account, you can find it - you just need to know where to look.

In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ How to find files in the Shared With Me section of Google Drive
➡️ How to add shortcuts so shared files appear in your own folders
⚡ Using starred folders and colour coding to stay organised
⭐ How to use advanced search to find files by type, owner, or content
✨ How to check file details, activity history, and manage versions
❗ Why versioning keeps your documents organised and avoids duplicate files

If you spend time hunting for documents in Google Drive, these tips will save you time and keep your files in order.

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About the Author Charly Leetham

Charly Leetham has been in technology for over 40 years - from earning her amateur radio license at 13 to founding and running Ask Charly Leetham, a digital services business serving small businesses worldwide. After losing $1 million in a franchise failure, she rebuilt from scratch and has kept her business running for nearly two decades through skill, systems, and relentless practicality.

She hosts the podcast Rise and Shine - Your Business Tech Boost with Charly Leetham and speaks about what it actually takes to build businesses that work and last - not just look good on paper.

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