A practical checklist to help you set up and maintain an organised Google Drive. This isn’t about perfection – it’s about having a system that works for you and saves you time when you need to find things.

Use this template to audit your current setup, plan your folder structure, and keep on top of file management without it becoming another overwhelming task.

The checklist covers:

• Initial Setup: Folder structure planning and organisation
• File Management: Naming conventions and version control
• Sharing Settings: Permissions and collaboration setup
• Storage Management: Keeping on top of space and unnecessary files
• Maintenance: Quick monthly checks to keep things tidy
• Quick Access: Shortcuts and starred items for frequently used files

Each section includes practical action steps you can complete at your own pace. Start with what’s causing you the most hassle right now – you don’t need to do everything at once.