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How to Ensure Correct Folder Removal from Google Drive

🗂 Step 1: Identify the Correct Folder for Removal

• Check the 4TB storage to locate the folder that needs to be deleted.

• Verify with Nas to confirm that it is the right folder.

📊 Step 2: Compare the Folder Size

• Cross-check the folder size from Google Drive and match it with your local drive to ensure consistency.

🔗 Step 3: Verify Unlinked Files

• Check your Synology NAS to confirm whether the files are still available after unlinking from Google Drive.

⚠ Step 4: Confirm Deletion Criteria

• According to Google Drive rules, the folder must be completely empty before it can be deleted.

📁 Step 5: Delete the Contents First

• Remove all files inside the folder before deleting the main folder itself.

🗑 Step 6: Empty the Trash

• Ensure you follow business rules by permanently deleting the files from the Google Drive bin to complete the cleanup process.

✅ Conclusion By following these steps, you can safely remove folders from Google Drive without accidental data loss. Always double-check file locations before deletion to prevent critical information loss! 🚀

PS: Deletion for 4 TB takes around 4 hours to complete

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