How Does Google Drive Sync Work?

Learn how EasySignage automatically syncs your Google Drive folders to digital signage screens using real-time cloud integration.

What is Google Drive Sync in EasySignage?

Google Drive Sync allows you to link a Google Drive folder directly to EasySignage.
Any files added, removed, or updated in that folder are automatically synced to your digital signage screens.

No manual uploading is required.

 

How does Google Drive Sync work?

Once connected:

  1. You select a Google Drive folder
  2. EasySignage monitors the folder
  3. Files are automatically imported
  4. Updated content is pushed to screens

Everything stays in sync without user intervention.

 

What file types are supported?

You can sync:

  • Images (JPG, PNG, WebP)
  • Videos (MP4, MOV)

 

How often does Google Drive sync?

EasySignage checks for changes continuously and also performs scheduled syncs.
When a file changes, screens update automatically.

 

What happens if Google Drive is offline?

If Google Drive or the internet is unavailable:

  • Screens continue playing the last synced content
  • Updates resume once connectivity is restored

 

Is Google Drive Sync secure?

Yes.

EasySignage uses:

  • OAuth-secured access
  • Read-only permissions
  • Encrypted connections

Your files are never exposed publicly.

 

What is Google Drive Sync used for?

It is commonly used for:

  • Menu boards
  • Retail promotions
  • Franchise branding
  • Property listings
  • Corporate slideshows
  • School announcements

 

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