How to Access and Use Google Drive on Roku [Working Method]

Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service that is similar to Dropbox. You can store and access files like photos, videos, and documents like Pdf files online. Even you can also download the files you synced on Google Drive anytime you want. You only need a Google Account to access the Google Drive platform. Accessing Google Drive on Roku will provide the upper hand in viewing the photos and videos on your TV instantly.

How Much Does Google Drive Cost on Roku

For personal use, you will be granted 15 GB of cloud storage space for free. For business use, you need to subscribe to $12 per month to get 2TB of cloud storage space. To subscribe to the business plan, you need to visit the Google Drive website. [www.google.com/drive/]

What’s on Google Drive

• Google Drive protects the file from malware and other online threats.
• It has an effective search option to find the desired file in no time.
• All the Google app files from Docs, Sheets, and Slides will be automatically synced to Google Drive.
• It works well with popular tools and software to get the work done.

How to Access Google Drive on Roku

The Roku channel store doesn’t host Google Drive’s official app. So, to access Google Drive on Roku, you have to depend upon the built-in screen mirroring and AirPlay feature on Roku. There are three ways you can use to screen mirror the Google Drive app to Roku: They are:

• Using Android Devices
• From PC
• From iOS Devices

Screen Mirror Google Drive to Roku from Android Devices

Initially, you need to enable the screen mirroring on Roku to mirror the Google Drive app.

1. Download and install Google Drive from the Google Play Store.

2. Then, connect your your Android device and Roku to the same Wi-Fi network.

3. Move to the Notification panel and select the Cast option.

4. Click on the Roku device to connect.

5. Now, your Android device’s screen will be displayed on your TV screen.

6. Launch the Google Drive app and sign in to your Google Account.

7. Select any media files to stream them on Roku.

Screen Mirror Google Drive on Roku from PC

1. Make sure that your PC and Roku are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Go to any web browser and visit the Google Drive Website.

3. Next, sign in with your Google Account. Press the Windows + K keys on your keyboard simultaneously.

4. From the Connect window, select your Roku device.

5. Your PC screen will be mirrored to Roku.

6. Move back to Google Drive’s web page and mirror its content to Roku.

Screen Mirror Google Drive to Roku from iOS Devices

Before proceeding further, you need to enable the Airplay on Roku. You have to connect the iOS device and Roku to the same Wi-Fi network.

1. Open the App Store on your iOS device.

2. Move to the search bar and type Google Drive. Then, search for the Google Drive app.

3. From the search result, select the Google Drive app and tap on the Get button to install the app from App Store.

4. Drag down the Control Center and select the Screen Mirroring icon from the menu.

5. You can now see the available devices list. From there, select your Roku device to connect.

6. Now, launch the Google Drive app and enter your Google Account credentials to sign in to your account.

8. Choose a file from Google Drive and mirror it to Roku.

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