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Google Drive Help: View and open files
Documents Drive behavior for viewing videos, PDFs, Microsoft Office files, audio files, and photos, including PDF preview mode inside the Drive interface and warnings for suspicious files.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preview panel | Choose preview panel when users need durable rendered content beside a collection, not only metadata about the selected object. | Selecting an item updates both the source selection indicator and the preview panel title. | Supports Drive preview behavior, same-tab PDF preview, multiple media types, and suspicious-file caution. |
Comparisons supported by this source
- Preview panel vs details panel vs hover card vs drawer
Google Drive documents file viewing and PDF preview mode inside the Drive interface.
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