Allow to mirror files on Google Drive for Desktop

Problem

You are unable to Mirror files while using Google Drive for Desktop, the option is grayed out. 

Environment

  • Admin console
  • Google Drive for Desktop

Solution

  1. Access Admin console.
  2. On your left, click on Apps > Google Workspace > Drive and Docs.
  3. On your right click on Features and Applications.
  4. On your right click on Drive and select the Allow users to download, install, and use Backup and Sync.
  5. Click on Save. Changes may take up to 72 hours to propagate.