Google Drive Batch Delete

This repository contains a script to batch delete all files and folders from a Google Drive folder that match a specific pattern using Google Colab and PyDrive2. This allows you to manage your Google Drive files directly in your browser.

Features

• No Coding Skills Required: You don't need to know any programming or coding to use this script.
• Browser-Based Solution: All steps are performed online in your web browser using Google Colab.
• Simple and Easy Setup: Follow the step-by-step instructions to quickly set up and run the script.
• Automated Process: The script automates the deletion process, saving you time and effort.
• User-Friendly Instructions: Detailed, user-friendly instructions make it easy for anyone to follow.

Prerequisites

• A Google account with access to Google Drive.

Setup Instructions

Step 1: Obtain Folder ID

1. Root Folder ID:
   • Open the folder in Google Drive.
   • The URL will look something like this: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ROOT_FOLDER_ID.
   • Copy the ROOT_FOLDER_ID from the URL.

Step 2: Check Permissions

• Ensure you have write access to the folder and its subfolders.

Step 3: Run the Script

1. Open Google Colab and create a new notebook.
2. Copy the contents of batch_delete_drive_files.py into a cell in the notebook.
3. Replace ROOT_FOLDER_ID and pattern with the ID obtained in Step 1 and the pattern you want to match.
4. Grant Permissions: When prompted, a pop-up window will ask for permissions to access your Google Drive. Make sure to tick all the necessary boxes to grant permissions.
5. Run the cell to execute the script.

Time Estimates

• Obtain Folder ID: 2-5 minutes
• Check Permissions: 2-5 minutes
• Run the Script: 10-30 minutes (depending on the size of the folder and internet speed)

Script

The script is located in the file batch_delete_drive_files.py.

Usage

1. Copy: Copy the script into a new cell in a Google Colab notebook.
2. Edit: Replace the placeholder folder ID and pattern with your actual folder ID and the pattern you want to match.
3. Execute: Run the cell to start deleting files and folders.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Related Projects

• Google Drive Folder Copy: Use your browser to copy files from others' shared Google Drive folders to your own Google Drive, all online in the browser.

Key Topics

• no coding required
• browser-based solution
• easy setup
• quick execution
• automated process
• secure
• user-friendly instructions
• error handling
• time-efficient
• online
• Google Drive
• Google Colab
• PyDrive2
• file deletion
• recursive deletion