How To Transfer Ownership of Files on Google Drive

You can learn how to assign a new owner to a file in your drive.

Step 1: You can go to drive.google.com in a web browser.

You can use any web browser to access your drive.Enter your login information if you are not currently signed in.

Step 2: You can transfer the file by clicking on it.

The file is highlighted in blue.

Step 3: The profile icon has a plus sign on it.

It is at the top right corner of the screen.The pop-up will say "share with others."

Step 4: The email address is entered.

The contact's name should show up if the address you type matches one of your contacts.To select a recipient, click the contact's name.

Step 5: You can type a message.

If you want to include a message about transferring ownership, you can type it into the large typing area.

Step 6: You can click Send.

The share with others popup is about to close.

Step 7: Click on the file you just shared.

It will appear in blue again.

Step 8: The profile icon has a plus sign.

Just as you did before.The pop-up will be back.

Step 9: The email address is beside the pencil icon.

There is a drop-down list.

Step 10: Click if you are the owner.

There is a check mark next to the option.

Step 11: Click on Done.

Step 12: Click to save changes.

There will be a confirmation message.

Step 13: Click yes to confirm.

The sharing settings screen is brought back to you.

Step 14: Click on Done.

You now own the file.