Google Photos Website Now Lets You Back Up Computer Folders Easily

Got a bunch of photos and videos on your computer that you want to back up? Google Photos has just made that task a lot simpler. Now, when you head over to photos.google.com, the site can automatically backup folders from your computer. This is similar to how Google Drive works on your desktop. Here’s how it goes down: You go to photos.google.com, and if you have the new feature, you’ll see an “Upload” button. Click on it, and you’ll find an option called “Back up folders.” This lets you choose a folder from your computer that you want to back up. After selecting the folder, you’ll need to give Google Photos permission to upload the files.

Once set up, you can always go back and manage which folders are being backed up. This feature is especially handy if you don’t want to deal with downloading and installing extra software. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to visit the Google Photos website periodically to ensure everything is backed up. This new feature has been spotted on desktop Chrome, including Chrome OS on Chromebooks. It’s a convenient way to keep your photos and videos safe without having to mess around with additional software.

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