Google Document Cloud Sync Issues with macOS Upgrading MacBook Air M2
Recently, I upgraded my computer to the latest MacBook Air M2 with Sonoma 14.3 (23D56) and moved all my applications across without any issues. However, I stumbled upon a problem when trying to sync my Google Docs using the Google Document Cloud. This article will cover the key concepts, subtitles, and detailed context of the issue, along with potential solutions.
Syncing Google Docs on macOS
Google Docs is a popular cloud-based document editing tool provided by Google. Users can create, edit, and save documents on the cloud, allowing access from any device with internet connectivity. Syncing ensures that the latest version of your documents is available on all your devices.
Issue: Syncing Google Docs after Upgrading to MacBook Air M2
After upgrading to the latest MacBook Air with macOS Sonoma 14.3 (23D56), I found that my Google Docs were not syncing anymore. I also noticed that the Google Drive application was no longer accessible and had been removed from my system during the housekeeping process.
Understanding the Problem
The root cause of the issue seems to be the unavailability of the Google Drive application on the new MacBook Air M2. Without the application, syncing Google Docs becomes impossible.
Attempted Solutions
I tried reinstalling the Google Drive application, but it was not available for download from the Google website. I also checked for updates on my macOS system, but none were available.
Solution: Using Google Drive Web version
I found a workaround for the issue by accessing Google Drive using the web version (https://drive.google.com). This allowed me to continue working on my Google Docs while waiting for a permanent solution from Google.
Additional Information
Google has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix. Meanwhile, users can use the curl command-line tool to sync their Google Drive files. Here's a sample command:
curl -s -X POST "https://www.googleapis.com/upload/drive/v3/files/fileId?uploadType=media&alt=json" -H "Authorization: Bearer accessToken" -H "Content-Type: application/octet-stream" --data-binary "@localFilePath"
Replace "fileId" with the ID of the file you want to sync, "accessToken" with your access token, and "localFilePath" with the path to the local file you want to sync.
- Google Drive application is not available for MacBook Air M2, causing sync issues for Google Docs
- Workaround: Use the Google Drive web version
- Google is working on a permanent solution