How to restrict users from saving files locally

Problem

You need to prevent users from saving downloads in files folder and use Google Drive instead.

Environment

  • Chrome OS

Solution

  • Go to the Admin Console.  
  • Devices > Chrome > Settings > Users and Browsers.
  • Locate the Download Location setting.
  • Change it to Force Google drive.
  • Save the changes. 
  • Please be aware that the user can always move the file after the download.

Cause

By default, users are able to select local folder if this setting is not changed