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QG3 Google Docs: File Management Step 2

4. Suite Tools

Locate Important/Favorite Files

You can star a file or folder to locate it more easily and quickly. 

Once you have starred some items, you can locate them on your Google Drive by looking in the left-side navigation list. You will find an icon with a star and the word "Starred."

Selecting the star will show all the files and folders that you previously starred, and they will be neatly organized and able to be sorted by:

  • the file or folder title
  • date modified

How to Change the Color of Your Folders in Google Drive

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Assignment:

Step 1. Star two or more files and folders in your Google Drive.

Step 2. Make sure you have color-coded at least one of the folders. To do this, right-click on the folder, select Organize, and select a color.

Step 3. Sort your starred files by file title or date modified and take a screenshot of your Drive for your Digital Portfolio. Be prepared to describe how organizing your files and folders can be helpful.

Step 4. Practice moving a file from one folder to another folder.

How to Star Content in Google Drive

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4.QG3 STEP 1

4.QG3 COMPLETING 

4.QG3 Student Checklist

4.QG3 Teacher Guide

MITECS  Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and

ISTE Standards for Students

1. Empowered Learner
a. Students connect their learning needs, strengths and interests to their goals and use technology to help achieve them and reflect on their progress.
d. Students understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.

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