The Best Free Open-Source Google Drive GUI Client for Linux

One of the challenges I encountered when switching to Linux was finding a suitable alternative to the Google Drive synchronization client. Initially, I relied on Mega sync, but it didn’t quite meet my needs. So, I continued my search until I stumbled upon a truly remarkable solution in the last few days: Odrive.

Odrive is an open-source Google Drive GUI client for Linux, Mac, and Windows, offering seamless synchronization and file management across platforms.

Installation

1. Using Snap: Open a terminal and run the following command to install Odrive using Snap:bash

sudo snap install --edge odrive

2. Using Flatpak: If you prefer Flatpak, use this command to install Odrive from Flathub:

flatpak install flathub io.github.liberodark.OpenDrive

3. Using AppImage, RPM, or DEB Packages: You can also download and install Odrive using AppImage, RPM, or DEB packages from the official GitHub releases page.

Configuration

1. Initial Setup: After installation, launch Odrive. You will be prompted to sign in to your Google Drive account. Enter your credentials and authorize Odrive to access your Google Drive.
2. Configuring Sync Folders: Click on the folder path, then select from the pop-up window where to store your Google Drive folder. After selecting the location, click Synchronize.
3. Managing Sync Settings: Unfortunately, there are no bandwidth limits or selective sync settings, making Odrive very basic and feature-limited.

💬 What other features or configurations would you like to see in a Google Drive client for Linux? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!