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recipe-find-large-files

Identify large Google Drive files by size to guide archival or deletion.

Updated Jun 7, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cleanup#quota#storage#drive#file-management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill recipe-find-large-files-vikingokft
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-find-large-files
Source: https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills/tree/main/google/recipe-find-large-files
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill recipe-find-large-files-vikingokft

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Identifies large Google Drive files that waste storage space, enabling quick targeting of items to archive or delete.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Drive-wide scan: locates files by size and surfaces the largest items.
  • Archival guidance: helps decide which files to archive, move, or remove to reclaim quota.
  • Use Case: In a team Drive with limited quota, quickly spot top offenders and reclaim space.

Quick Start

List the top largest files in Drive and decide which to archive or move.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-find-large-files

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find large files in Google Drive to free up storage?▼

Finding large files in Google Drive involves scanning your personal and shared spaces to generate a size-sorted metadata listing. This identifies the biggest items consuming your storage quota for targeted cleanup and archival.

What is the best way to reclaim Google Drive quota when storage is full?▼

Reclaiming Google Drive quota is best achieved by locating the top size offenders across your drives. Reviewing a size-sorted list of large files enables you to quickly decide which items to archive, move, or remove to free up space.

Can I scan shared drives for large files that are wasting space?▼

Yes, you can scan shared drives for large files. The tool operates across both personal and shared Drive spaces to locate the largest items, helping teams with limited quota spot top offenders and reclaim space efficiently.

Do I need gws-drive to locate large files in Drive?▼

Yes, the gws-drive prerequisite is required to locate large files in Drive. It provides the necessary access to scan Drive spaces and retrieve the file metadata required to identify and list the largest items by size.

How does archival guidance work for large Drive files?▼

Archival guidance for large Drive files works by using a size-sorted listing with metadata to guide cleanup decisions. It helps you evaluate which large items to archive, move, or remove to effectively reclaim your storage quota.

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