Streamlined search arrives on Android for Google Drive

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Android users rejoice! Google Drive's search function is getting a much-needed upgrade, bringing the ease of iOS search filters to your devices. Now, you can refine your searches with filters for File Type, Owner, and Last Modified, all conveniently located below the search bar. This means no more sifting through irrelevant files—target your specific needs with a few quick clicks.

But the enhancements don't stop there. You can further refine your search on the results page itself, ensuring laser-focused accuracy. This update applies to everyone with a Google account, whether personal or part of a Workspace. It's a simple change that will significantly improve your Google Drive search experience. The update is rolling out now, so keep an eye out for it in the Google Play Store.

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Google Drive on iOS gains user-friendly search filters

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Google announced an update to their Google Drive app for iOS, bringing intuitive search filters via dropdown menus for file type, owner, and last modified date. These filters appear before and after a search, with dynamic recommendations popping up as you type. The update caters to all Google Drive users, including individual and Workspace subscribers. While currently exclusive to iOS, Google confirms a similar update is on the way for Android users.

These new filters address the pain point of locating specific files when you're unsure of their exact name or location. For example, if you're looking for a recently saved video, you can simply select "Videos" under the file type filter, then choose a custom date range under "last modified" to pinpoint your search. 

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Google Drive’s document scanner comes to iOS devices

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Google Drive introduces a document scanner for iPhone and iPad users. You can now scan documents with your iPhone or iPad using Google Drive. Just tap the new camera icon above the plus sign in the bottom-right corner. This will open a viewfinder that can scan automatically or manually.

The camera helps you align your document for the best scan quality. You can also take multiple shots for multi-page documents. Tap the preview in the bottom-left corner to crop, rotate, and filter your scan. You can choose from Color, Grayscale, Black & White, and Photo options.

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Google Drive users report missing files: What you need to know

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Some Google Drive users have reported that their files have disappeared from the cloud service without explanation. Google says it is aware of the issue and is working to fix it as soon as possible. The problem seems to affect a “limited subset” of users who have the Google Drive for desktop app versions 84.0.0.0 through 84.0.4.0.

One of the affected users said they lost all of their Google Drive data since May and contacted Google’s support team for help. However, the data recovery process that the support team suggested did not work, and the user was unable to restore their files.

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