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How to Install Google Drive Desktop
Added on Tue, Jan 22, 2019
Google Drive Desktop streams all of your Google Drive files and folders from the cloud to your computer. These instructions are for Windows - but it works nearly the same on Macs. 1. Go to your Windows Settings, Apps, Apps & Features and... Read More
HOW TO: Get a Clemson Google Apps Account Step by Step - Faculty/Staff
Added on Thu, Jul 26, 2018
Here are step by step instructions to create a new Clemson Google account. All students should have Clemson Google accounts. These instructions are for faculty and staff who do not have Clemson Google accounts.  (New students who have issues should... Read More
HOW TO: Reporting junk mail or account abuse of Gmail
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
REPORTING JUNK GMAIL OR ACCOUNT ABUSE Use the Report Spam button to let Google know if you received junk email or a spoofed message. Use the Report Phishing link to let Google know if you have received a phishing message. You will see a red warning... Read More
Convert Classic Google Sites to New Google Sites
Added on Wed, Sep 19, 2018
A tool to convert Classic Google Sites to New Google Sites was released in summer of 2018. Google has announced that there will be one year in which users may continue to edit and use their Classic (old) Google Site.  Then there will be three months... Read More
HOW TO: Accessing a disabled Google Apps for Education account
Added on Mon, Sep 12, 2016
Accessing a disabled Google Apps for Education account If this is the first time you have attempted to access your Google Apps for Education account but are unable, then please go to the Email Control Panel at http://www.clemson.edu/email_forwarding.... Read More
HOW TO: Transferring information from account such as Hotmail/Yahoo/other Gmail, etc. account to Google Apps for Education Account
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
 Transferring information from account such as Hotmail/Yahoo/other Gmail, etc. account to Google Apps for Education Account To transfer information from one account to another, users can either manually forward individual messages to Google Apps for... Read More
Using Gmail in a separate email client
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Several available email clients and associated configuration settings are available. When configuring POP or IMAP access, be sure to enter in your full Google Apps for Education email address as the user name. For example, a user name would be... Read More
Convert Video Files to Another Format
Added on Tue, Jan 29, 2019
One way to convert video files from one format to another is to use the CloudConvert Google App.  Here are the steps. Upload your file to your Google Drive. Right click on it, and hover over Open with.  If you see CloudConvert, select it.  If... Read More
HOW TO: Disabling or Deleting a Google Apps for Education account
Added on Mon, Sep 12, 2016
Disabling Google Apps for Education account If you have a Google Apps for Education account, but wish to disable it, go to the Email Control Panel and remove the check from the Google Apps for Education mailbox check boxes. To delete a Google Apps... Read More
OVERVIEW: Compatibility between Clemson email lists and Google Apps for Education
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Compatibility between Clemson email lists and Google Apps for Education Yes. You should receive all listserv messages in your new Google Apps for Education account as long as you are subscribed to the list from either: @Clemson.edu address Google... Read More
OVERVIEW: Storage limits for Google Apps for Education
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Storage limits for Google Apps for Education There is no storage limit on Google Apps for Education accounts for email or documents/pictures/files. Read More
OVERVIEW: Existing email forwards when activating Google Apps for Education account
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Existing email forwards when activating Google Apps for Education account All new mail sent to your @Clemson.edu address will automatically forward to your new Google Apps for Education address. If you would like to forward mail sent to your Google... Read More
OVERVIEW: Google Apps for Education email client
Added on Mon, Sep 12, 2016
Google Apps for Education email client Google Apps for Education email client is a Google-powered email service. The service offers growing storage for g.clemson accounts. To ensure continued mail delivery in the future, you should notify your... Read More
HOW TO: Setting up vacation messages/auto-forwarding for Google Apps for Education account
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Setting up vacation messages/auto-forwarding for Google Apps for Education account You can create a vacation response in your Google Apps for Education account that will automatically reply to anyone who emails you. Forwarding capabilities are also... Read More
HOW TO: Importing existing contacts from one system into Google Apps for Education
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Importing existing contacts from one system into Google Apps for Education Instructions provided by Google for contact import help can be found here. Read More
OVERVIEW: Clemson University directory information after Google Apps for Education activation
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Clemson University directory information after Google Apps for Education activation After activating your Google Apps for Education account, your Clemson Directory entry will change to reflect your new mailbox information. This change cannot be... Read More
OVERVIEW: Accessibility for students with disabilities of Google Apps for Education accounts.
Added on Fri, Jan 23, 2015
Google Apps for Education accounts access for students with disabilities:  The basic HTML version of Google Apps for Education is fully compliant with current accessibility standards. Users can also use a POP/IMAP email client of their choice to... Read More
OVERVIEW: Security and Privacy of Google Apps for Education
Added on Mon, Sep 12, 2016
Security and Privacy of Google Apps for Education This service is being provided by the University as the primary email/collaboration system for eligible students. University policies could apply to the service. Google Apps for Education accounts... Read More
OVERVIEW: Additional information sources for Google Apps for Education provided by Google
Added on Tue, Sep 13, 2016
Additional information sources for Google Apps for Education provided by Google The Google Help Center is a great resource for all questions and is updated often. Related: HOW TO: Get a Clemson Google Apps Account Step by Step Read More
OVERVIEW: Why the Google Apps for Education services for enrolled students are slightly different from similar services that are publicly provided by Google
Added on Thu, Sep 8, 2016
Why the Google Apps for Education services for enrolled students are slightly different from similar services that are publicly provided by Google Google Apps for Education accounts have been customized for optimal educational collaboration. As a... Read More
HOW TO: Ensure secure data on a shared or public computer with a Google Apps for Education account.
Added on Fri, Jan 23, 2015
How to keep Google app data secure when using a shared or public computer. Click the sign out button when finished using a Google Apps for Education account on a shared or public computer and then close the browser.  Note: Just closing the Web... Read More
Google Apps for Education account after leaving Clemson
Added on Thu, Sep 8, 2016
If you leave Clemson, here is what happens to your Google Apps for Education account: Employee Google Apps for Education accounts will be cancelled when they leave the university. Students who leave the University, and are in good standing, may have... Read More
HOW TO: Access Google Apps for Education from Abroad
Added on Thu, Apr 23, 2015
To access Google Apps for Education (@g.clemson.edu) while abroad in countries with strict Internet restrictions please follow the step below:  Type https://mail.google.com/a/g.clemson.edu/#inbox directly into the URL bar. NOTE: Typing http:/... Read More
Clemson Cloud Storage Solutions
Added on Wed, Apr 28, 2021
Clemson students and employees have several different options for Cloud storage.  All of these solutions allow users to upload/download files and folders, share with other users (Clemson and non-Clemson), and have corresponding Apps that allow them... Read More
Back up your Google Drive
Added on Fri, Jul 2, 2021
There are two ways to back up your Google Drive data to your computer. You can download files or folders to your computer, flash drive, or external hard drive.  Or you can use the Google Takeout app.  We will give instructions for both.  ... Read More