If you want to share files like photos, videos, audio files, PDFs, or documents with someone easily, the best and most reliable option is Google Drive. Instead of sending large files directly on WhatsApp or email (which often has size limits and quality loss), you can upload them to Google Drive and share a single link.
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In this blog, I’ll explain how to upload files to Google Drive and create a shareable link using your mobile phone, in a simple and practical way.
Why Use Google Drive?
Let’s be honest—sending files directly has problems:
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File size limits
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Reduced photo/video quality
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Failed downloads
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Spam or delivery issues
Google Drive solves all of this:
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Upload photos, videos, PDFs, audio—anything
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No quality loss
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Share one link with anyone
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Works even if the receiver doesn’t have the Drive app
Step 1: Install and Open Google Drive
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Google Drive usually comes pre-installed on most Android phones.
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If not, open the Play Store, search Google Drive, and install it.
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Open the app and select your Google account.
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If you have multiple Gmail accounts, choose the one you want to upload from.
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If you have only one account, it will be selected by default.
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Step 2: Understand the Google Drive Interface
Once you open Google Drive:
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You’ll see the Home screen
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Go to Files to see your Drive storage (similar to a file manager)
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Look for the “+” (plus) icon at the bottom
Step 3: Create a Folder (Optional but Recommended)
Creating folders keeps things organized.
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Tap the + icon
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Select Folder
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Give it a name (for easy identification)
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Tap Create
Your folder is now ready.
Step 4: Upload Files to Google Drive
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Open the folder you created
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Tap the + icon again
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Select Upload
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Choose files from your gallery or file manager
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Photos
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Videos
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PDFs
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Audio files
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Tap Select
You’ll see “Preparing to upload”—wait until the upload completes.
📌 Important truth:
There’s no fake “500MB limit” like people think. You can upload large files as long as you have available Drive storage.
Step 5: Create a Shareable Link
Now comes the most important part.
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Go back to your uploaded folder or file
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Tap the three-dot menu (⋮)
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Select Copy link
By default, access is restricted. That means others must request permission.
Step 6: Change Access to “Anyone with the Link”
To make the link public:
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Tap Manage access
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You’ll see Restricted
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Tap Change
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Select Anyone with the link
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Set permission to Viewer
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Copy the link
Now the link is public.
Step 7: Share the Link Anywhere
You can now share the link via:
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WhatsApp
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Telegram
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Email
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Instagram
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SMS
When someone opens the link:
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It opens in Google Drive or a browser
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Even if they don’t have the Drive app, it still works
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They can download files in original quality
No compression. No confusion.
Why Share via Link Instead of Documents?
Let’s be real:
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Sending files as documents often has limits
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Media previews don’t show properly
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Random downloads confuse people
With a Drive link:
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All files are visible clearly
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Users download only what they need
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No spam issues
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Clean and professional sharing
Final Thoughts
Using Google Drive shareable links is:
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Faster
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Safer
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More professional
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Best for large or multiple files
If you regularly share photos, videos, or documents, this method is non-negotiable—it simply works better.
If this guide helped you, share it with someone who still struggles with file sharing.