1. Cancel the Upload
To stop an upload in progress, the easiest and fastest way is to cancel it. To cancel an upload, simply click on the “X” icon that appears next to the file name while the upload is in progress. Once clicked, the upload process will be terminated, and the file will remain in its original location on your device.
2. Pause the Upload
Sometimes canceling an upload is not the best option, especially if you need to resume it later. In this case, you can choose to pause the upload until you are ready to resume it. To pause an upload in progress, click on the “Pause” icon next to the file name. This will temporary stop the upload, and you can resume it later by clicking on the “Resume” icon.
3. Use the Google Drive Desktop App
Another easy way to stop an upload is to use the Google Drive desktop app. With the desktop app installed on your device, you can stop or resume uploads without accessing the Google Drive website. To stop an upload using the Google Drive desktop app, simply right-click on the file you want to cancel or pause and select the option that best suits your needs. Select “Cancel” to stop the upload or “Pause upload” to suspend the upload temporarily.
4. Clear the Cache
If you’re experiencing issues with uploading a file, clearing your browser cache may help. The cache stores data related to your previous browsing history, and clearing it can fix some temporary upload errors you may be experiencing. To clear the cache, go to your browser settings and find the option to clear browsing data, then choose “cached images and files.” Once the cache has been cleared, try uploading the file again.
In conclusion, there are easy and convenient ways to stop or pause file uploads on Google Drive. Whether you decide to cancel, pause or use the desktop app, interrupting an upload is a simple process that takes only a few clicks. Additionally, clearing your browser cache may help resolve some issues that may be preventing you from uploading files in the first place. With these tips in mind, you can easily manage your Google Drive uploads and keep them under control.