This question applies to Google Workspace, specifically the newer “Shared Drive” service, which is distinct from Google Drive.
I have the following structure in a Workspace Shared Drive
Drive1 - Members: (All Users Group: Viewer)
Folder1
file1.txt
Folder1A (Shared with Group1: Contributor)
file2.txt
Group1
User1 (owner)
In the web interface, User1 can upload (but not delete) files in Folder1A. This is the expected behavior.
In Drive for Desktop, User1 CANNOT create files in Folder1A. The error
message is
Can’t create items
You don’t have permission to create items in Drive1
It appears Drive for Desktop is applying different permissions for the exact same operation. Based on the error message, my guess is that Drive for Desktop is applying the top-level Member permission (Viewer) and is “unaware” of the sharing permissions at the Folder1A level.
Is there a workaround to get Drive for Desktop to use the same permissions as the web interface?
