How to Get Google Drive to Show Video Player
Google Drive is a popular cloud storage service that allows users to store, share, and access their files from anywhere. One of the features that many users find useful is the ability to view videos directly within the Google Drive interface. However, by default, Google Drive may not always display videos using a video player. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to enable the video player in Google Drive and enjoy a seamless viewing experience.
Step 1: Check Video Format Compatibility
Before you proceed, ensure that the video format you are trying to play is supported by Google Drive. Google Drive supports a variety of video formats, including MP4, MOV, WMV, and AVI. If your video is in a different format, you may need to convert it to a compatible format using a video converter tool.
Step 2: Enable Video Player in Google Drive
1. Open Google Drive on your web browser and sign in to your account.
2. Click on the gear icon located in the upper right corner of the screen to access the settings menu.
3. In the settings menu, click on “Settings”.
4. Under the “General” tab, scroll down and find the “Media” section.
5. Check the box next to “Automatically play videos” to enable the video player.
6. Click “Save” to apply the changes.
Step 3: View Videos Using the Video Player
1. Navigate to the folder containing your video file.
2. Click on the video file to open it.
3. If the video player is enabled, the video should start playing automatically. If not, right-click on the video and select “Play” from the context menu.
Step 4: Customize Video Player Settings
1. While the video is playing, click on the video player controls to access additional settings.
2. You can adjust the volume, play/pause the video, and navigate through the video using the scrubber.
3. To exit the video player, click the “X” button on the top right corner of the player.
By following these simple steps, you can get Google Drive to show the video player and enjoy a more convenient and enjoyable video viewing experience. Remember to keep your Google Drive updated to ensure you have access to the latest features and improvements.
