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on the shared drive vs in the shared drive

Both 'on the shared drive' and 'in the shared drive' can be correct depending on the context. 'On the shared drive' is commonly used when referring to files or documents stored on the drive. However, 'in the shared drive' is used when talking about the location or contents of the drive.
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Last updated: September 17, 2024

on the shared drive

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to files or documents stored on the shared drive.

Use 'on the shared drive' when you want to indicate that something is stored or located on the shared drive.

Examples:

  • The report is saved on the shared drive.
  • You can find the presentation on the shared drive.
  • The file is located on the shared drive.
  • Conduct a search on the shared drive. • Create short cuts to access frequently used folders. • For further advice on saving and retrieving information please refer ...
  • Any personal, non-work documents or photographs that you have stored on the shared drive should be deleted or moved to a file entitled 'personal' on your 'h ...
  • Windows: How to recover an old version of a file located on the shared drive that has moved, been deleted or just edited; Mac OS X: How to connect to the G, H, ...
  • ... on the desktop labeled "Skytap Shared Drive." This folder contains all the contents stored on the shared drive. Additional content can be added by dragging or ...

Alternatives:

  • stored on the shared drive
  • located on the shared drive

in the shared drive

This phrase is also correct and is used when referring to the location or contents of the shared drive.

Use 'in the shared drive' when you want to talk about the location or contents of the shared drive.

Examples:

  • The important documents are in the shared drive.
  • There are many folders in the shared drive.
  • The files stored in the shared drive are confidential.
  • Place the newly downloaded file in the shared drive by dragging it to the Shared Drive shortcut. You may create a file hierarchical structure that suits your needs.
  • A new window with folders in the Shared Drive will appear. FROM A CAMPUS DOMAIN JOINED WINDOWS MACHINE. If you login to the CAMPUS domain ...
  • Oct 23, 2014 ... Email attachments should be saved to the appropriate folder in the shared drive, as they may become difficult to access via the email even if ...
  • May 3, 2013 ... whatever is stored in the shared drive will be backed up to another physical location to minimise data loss. In the event that the main storage is ...

Alternatives:

  • located in the shared drive
  • stored in the shared drive

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