How to Download Multiple Files From Google Drive Without Zipping

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Method 1: Using the Google Drive App on a PC

Google Drive zips files only when you download them via a browser. If you use theDrive appsprovided by Google, such a step is no longer required. People with regular accounts must use the Backup and Sync app, while business owners can download Drive File Stream.

The Google Drive app for PCs does not let you view the files in its interface. It creates a new folder on your PC that houses various files.

Step 1:Download theapp.

Step 2:Double-clickthe downloaded file and follow the installation wizard to complete the process.

Step 3:Launch Google Drive. In this folder, you will find all the synced files from Drive. Now, copy or cut the files from this folder to the required folder on your PC.

Method 2: Using Image Downloader Extension

As the name suggests, thisImage Downloader Chrome extensionis for images only. It lets you download images in bulk, not only from Google Drive but also from allwebsites that have images.

To use this extension, follow these steps:

Step 1:Visit the Image Downloader extension page and clickAdd to Chrome.

Step 2:Once installed, an icon will be added to the Chrome extension bar. Now, open the Google Drive website and launch the folder from where you want to download images.

Step 3:Click on theImage Downloaderextension. Scroll down to find all the images. Select the images > hitDownload. You will get the downloads without it zipping on your PC.

Tip:You can use this extension fordownloading pictures from Google Photos

Method 3: Download on Mobile

If you download multiple files from the Drive mobile app, Google Drive doesn’t create a ZIP folder. All files are downloaded separately and instantly. This workaround allows you to download files without zipping. Here’s how.

Step 1:Download and install Google Drive onAndroidoriPhoneand launch the application.

Step 2:Navigate to the files you want to download >long-tapto select them > click thethree dotsat the top right corner > clickDownload.

You can use variousmethods to transfer these files to your PC. For instance, you can connect the phone via a USB cable and use file-sharing apps such as SHAREit, Xender, and Feem. You can evenshare it via FTP.

Method 4: Using Drive Multiple Downloader

Another way to achieve this is to use theDrive Multiple Downloader website. To use it, follow the steps below:

Step 1:Navigate to theDrive Multiple Downloaderwebsite.

Step 2:Sign in to your Google account on this website by tapping theSelect files, folders, from Google Driveoption. Select the files you want to download > hitDownload All.

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Last updated on 28 May, 2024

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