Download Google Drive File
i have access to file in google drive but can download it any thing mkae to download it
If you have access to a file in Google Drive but cannot download it, there are a few possibilities and
corresponding workarounds, depending on the restriction. Let's go over the common scenarios:
🔒 1. View-Only Access (Download disabled by owner)
If the owner has disabled downloads, printing, and copying:
✅ Workarounds:
Ask the owner for permission to download. This is the cleanest method.
Open the file in Google Docs/Sheets/Slides > use `File > Make a copy` to save it to your own
Drive (if this option is enabled).
Use Google Takeout if it's in your Drive (https://takeout.google.com/).
Screenshot or print to PDF:
Use `Ctrl + P` (or ⌘ + P) > Print to PDF (if printing isn’t disabled).
Use a screen capturing tool like Snipping Tool, Flameshot, or ShareX.
🛠️ 2. Script-based Download Method (if file is readable)
If you're trying to download shared files like PDFs, videos, or images via a public shared link but can't
see a download button:
Python Script using `gdown`:
If it's a publicly shared Google Drive link (or you can extract the file ID):
bash
pip install gdown
gdown --id <file_id>
Or directly:
bash
gdown "https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=<file_id>"
To get the file ID:
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From link like `https://drive.google.com/file/d/FILE_ID/view`, extract the part between `/d/` and
`/view`.
📄 3. Document Embedded in a Web Viewer (PDFs mostly)
If it's a PDF or document embedded in a viewer (Drive previewer), and downloads are restricted:
🧩 Use Developer Tools:
1. Open Chrome.
2. Go to the file's preview page.
3. Open DevTools (`F12` or right-click > Inspect).
4. Go to Network tab > Refresh the page.
5. Look for `.pdf` or blob data > open in new tab > right-click to download.
❌ Not Working?
Let me know:
What type of file it is (PDF, DOCX, ZIP, etc.)
The exact issue or message you're getting
Whether you're on mobile or desktop
And I can give a tailored solution.
<iframe src="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK/preview"
width="640" height="480" allow="autoplay"></iframe>
link in here download it
The file you linked is embedded in a Google Drive preview-only iframe, which means direct
downloading is intentionally restricted.
However, here's how you can manually download it using a workaround:
✅ Step-by-step Download via File ID
Your link:
bash
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK/preview
Extract the File ID:
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go
1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK
Then use this modified direct download URL:
bash
https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK
▶️ Alternative (if above fails):
If the file is large or has virus scan warning, Google blocks direct download. In that case:
1. Open the link in a browser:
`https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK/view`
2. Press `Ctrl + S` to try saving it.
3. If "Download" is disabled:
Open DevTools (F12) > Go to Network tab
Refresh page and look for `videoplayback` or the actual file name.
Right-click the resource > Open in new tab > File may start downloading or be savable via
right-click.
🐍 Python Alternative (via `gdown`):
bash
pip install gdown
gdown --id 1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK
Let me know if it's a video, PDF, or another file type, and I can guide you through extraction or
downloading accordingly.
[notice] A new release of pip is available: 25.0.1 -> 25.1.1
[notice] To update, run: pip install --upgrade pip
/home/mohamed-zonkol/myenv/lib/python3.12/site-packages/gdown/__main__.py:140:
FutureWarning: Option `--id` was deprecated in version 4.3.1 and will be removed in 5.0. You don't
need to pass it anymore to use a file ID.
warnings.warn(
Failed to retrieve file url:
Only the owner and editors can download this file. If you'd like to
download it, please contact the owner.
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You may still be able to access the file from the browser:
https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK
but Gdown can't. Please check connections and permissions.
░▒▓ mohamed-zonkol ~ ❯
Thanks for the output — this confirms that:
❌ The file has restricted permissions:
“Only the owner and editors can download this file.”
Even though you can view it in an iframe or browser, Google is blocking tools like `gdown`, and even
direct links like `uc?export=download` won’t work.
✅ Options You Still Have
🔸 1. Use Browser Developer Tools (Manual Method)
If it’s a video, PDF, or image:
1. Open this in Chrome:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK/view
2. Right-click → Inspect → go to Network tab.
3. Refresh the page (F5). Look for:
A request with file type like `.mp4`, `.pdf`, or `videoplayback`
Or any large file (>1MB)
4. Right-click that request → Open in new tab.
5. If the file opens directly (e.g., video plays), you can right-click > Save As.
🔸 2. Screen Capture / Save Alternative
For video: Use tools like `OBS Studio`, `VLC`, or `screenrecord` to capture while playing.
For documents: Use `Print to PDF` (Ctrl+P) or a PDF printer.
For images: Right-click > Open image in new tab > Save.
🔸 3. Request Access
If the file is important:
Click the "Request access" button on the Drive page.
Ask the owner to give "Viewer + Downloader" access or share via email with proper permissions.
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Would you like help with extracting it via browser DevTools step by step? If yes, tell me the file type
(PDF, video, etc.).
can you see inside it
No, I cannot access or see the contents of Google Drive files unless:
You share a public link that allows viewing without login and
The file is not restricted by Google’s download/view limitations (like the one you shared)
The link you provided (`https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cBJXTggt3ldWF0oWXT0iQ-PQzSr-5iFK/preview`) is
viewable only by people with specific permissions (likely you are logged in to Google and have
access), but it's not public, so I can't access it from here.
🔒 Why I Can't Access It
I'm an AI with no browsing session or Google account login, so I can't authenticate into Drive to
view private files.
The file is not shared publicly, so even tools like `gdown` fail.
✅ What You Can Do
If you want help with the content:
1. Download it manually using browser DevTools (I can guide you).
2. Take a screenshot or copy part of the content and paste it here.
3. Temporarily make the file public (or “Anyone with the link can view”) and share the new link.
Let me know which route you’d like to take.
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