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Summary: This article highlights methods for transferring files from OneDrive to Google Drive, emphasizing manual techniques like upload-download, direct sharing, and using the copy link feature. It also mentions the limitations of manual methods and proposes an automated solution, Kernel Migrator for SharePoint, for seamless and efficient OneDrive to Google Drive migration.

Cloud platforms offered by major tech companies such as Google and Microsoft are highly adaptable for data storage and facilitate easy access from any location. Utilizing cloud storage enables users to access their files from anywhere or any device via the Internet. Consequently, numerous individuals opt to store both their professional and personal data on these platforms. However, transferring data between these platforms can present a challenge for many users. This guide offers an in-depth exploration of diverse methods for migrating data from OneDrive to Google Drive.

How to Migrate OneDrive to Google Drive?

On occasion, users may express a desire to transition from OneDrive to Google, necessitating the transfer of files from OneDrive to Google Drive. Fortunately, various methods, both manual and automated, facilitate this process, outlined as follows:

Method – #1. Upload-Download method

Upload-download is the simplest method to migrate OneDrive to Google Drive when you have ample storage space on your computer and a fast internet connection.

  1. First, you need to login into your OneDrive account and access the folder or folder to move to Google Drive. Choose the file/folder and click the Download option. The download process will start.
    login into your OneDrive account
  2. After downloading the folder from OneDrive, you need to go to Google Drive and click the New option.
    go to Google Drive
  3. Click the Folder upload option.
    Folder upload
  4. Select the folder from the Downloads folder. Then click the Upload button.
    Select the folder from the Downloads folder
  5. A warning will appear asking you to allow the upload job. Click Upload.
    allow the upload job
  6. The upload will start instantly.
    upload will start
  7. After completing the upload job, the message will appear that the upload is complete, and it will show the total number of files uploaded from OneDrive to Google Drive.
    showing total number of files uploaded
Method – #2. Direct Sharing

The direct sharing method involves to transfer files from OneDrive to Google Drive through a link to another user with any email address.

  1. Choose the folder and click the Share option.
    Choose the folder
  2. In the Send link window on the screen, input the Google Drive account email address. A message will show that the email address is outside of your organization. Then click the Send option.
    input the Google Drive account email address
  3. An invitation email will come to the Gmail account, and after opening the email, the screen will show that the user has shared a folder with you. Click the Open button to take you directly to the folder’s content.
    Click the Open button
Method – #3. Use the Copy link feature

The Copy link feature allows you to copy OneDrive files to Google Drive directly.

  1. Choose the folder and click the Copy link option.
    Copy link
  2. A new link URL will be created to be copied and used in the web browser to open the file.
    open the file
Method – #4. Drag-&-Drop files from OneDrive to Google Drive

Compared to the other manual processes, this is the most user-friendly method to transfer files from OneDrive to Google Drive.

  1. Download the OneDrive desktop application in your system.
  2. Open the browser and use the credentials to log in to your Google Drive account.
  3. Select all the OneDrive data which needs to be moved.
  4. Simply drag and drop the selected files to Google Drive, and it will easily migrate OneDrive to Google Drive without hassle.
Limitations of using manual methods to migrate OneDrive to Google Drive-

Manual processes bring along a few limitations with them, which include-

  1. The manual techniques have restrictive usage since only limited data can be transferred.
  2. Methods like sharing and creating a sharing give access to the file rather than migrating it.
  3. There is no suitable filter to select specific files and exclude unwanted ones.
  4. The file may become corrupt during the download-upload process if the Internet connection fails.
  5. It is a time taking process. Transferring a large volume of data can take several days or weeks.
  6. The downloaded files need to be organized again so uploading them is not confusing.
  7. An uninterrupted power supply and stable internet connection are a must.
Automated Method

To overcome the limitations of manual methods and to transfer files from OneDrive to Google Drive, you can use Kernel Migrator for SharePoint. SharePoint Migration will allow you to select complete data in OneDrive for Business and then migrate it directly to Google Drive.

The software offers a user-friendly interface that enables effortless file/folder migration, application of selective migration filters, transfer of permissions, and scheduling migrations at convenient times. Users have the flexibility to choose and transfer important data from OneDrive to Google Drive without any size or volume constraints. Post-migration, the software provides a comprehensive report detailing the successful migration from OneDrive to Google Drive.

Conclusion

There are instances where users must move data between different cloud platforms. This article focuses on techniques for transferring files from OneDrive to Google Drive. While several manual approaches are available to assist with this task, they may not be as efficient as automated processes. You have the flexibility to choose a suitable method based on your needs to securely and accurately shift content from OneDrive to Google Drive.

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