Unable to access files uploaded through a Google Form

Problem

You are unable to access files uploaded through a Google Form, even though you have editor access.

Environment

  • Forms

Solution

  1. Go to the Forms homepage and look for the Form in question.
  2. Open the Form in Edit mode.
  3. Look for a File upload question and click View folder.
  4. Right-click on the folder and then click Share.
  5. Add the email addresses of the users that need access to the file uploads.