Box ↔ Google Drive File Transfer Guide

Cloud storage platforms like Box and Google Drive each offer unique benefits. Box is tailored for enterprise collaboration with advanced security and workflow features, while Google Drive integrates seamlessly with Google Workspace and offers generous free storage. However, managing files across both platforms can be cumbersome—especially when you need to migrate data between them.

With RcloneView, you can easily transfer files both ways between Box and Google Drive using an intuitive GUI—no command-line required.

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Why Use RcloneView for Multi-Cloud Transfers?

RcloneView simplifies complex cloud transfers by offering:

Secure OAuth integration for Box and Google Drive
Drag-and-drop file transfers between clouds
Folder comparison tools to preview differences before transfer
Sync and Schedule recurring transfers and backups
Dry-run preview, filters, and advanced transfer options
Background transfer monitoring with progress logs

Rather than manually downloading then re-uploading files, RcloneView leverages direct API-based transfer—making your workflow faster and more reliable.

🔄 Transfer Files: Box ↔ Google Drive

Step 1: Connect Your Cloud Remotes

Launch RcloneView, then select + New Remote from the Remote menu.
In the Provider tab, search and select Box.
Complete the OAuth login as prompted.
Repeat the same process for Google Drive.

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Step 2: Open Remotes Side-by-Side

Go to the Browse tab in the Explorer pane.
In one pane, click the plus icon + and select your Box remote.
In the other pane, click the + and choose your Google Drive remote.
Both remotes will appear side-by-side, enabling easy drag, copy, or sync between them.

Now you can perform transfers between them seamlessly.

📌 4 Methods for File Transfers

RcloneView offers several flexible ways to move or sync data from Box to Google Drive. Choose the one that fits your workflow:

🖱️ Method 1: Drag & Drop Between Explorer Panes

Open RcloneView and navigate to the Browse tab.
Ensure both Box and Google Drive remotes are visible side-by-side.
Drag files or folders from the Box pane and drop them into the Google Drive pane.
The transfer starts automatically. Monitor progress in the Transfer Logs tab.

This intuitive drag-and-drop interface makes cloud-to-cloud transfers effortless—no commands needed.

👉 More details: Browse & Manage Remote Storage

🔍 Method 2: Compare Folder Contents, Copy, or Delete

In both Explorer panes, navigate to and select the folders you want to compare (left: Box, right: Google Drive).
Click the Compare button in the main menu.
RcloneView highlights:
- Files only present on one side
- Files with the same name but different sizes
- Identical files
Select files to transfer or delete.
To transfer files left→right, click Copy →. To transfer right→left, use ← Copy. To remove a file, click Delete.
Progress and summary updates appear in the status bar.

Visual comparison helps prevent errors and ensures you only move what you intend.

👉 Learn more: Compare Folder Contents guide

🔁 Method 3: Use Sync or Job

In the Explorer pane, select the Box folder and the Google Drive folder you want to synchronize.
Click the Sync button in the home menu.
Choose sync options (one-way or two-way), preview actions, and confirm.
RcloneView runs the sync and displays progress in the transfer log tab.

For repeated or scheduled transfers:
1. Click Save to Jobs in the Sync modal, or open Job Manager → Add Job.
2. Configure source, destination, and options.
3. Save and run manually or set a schedule.

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⏰ Method 4: Schedule Automatic Sync Job

In the Explorer pane, select the Box and Google Drive folders you want to keep in sync.
Open Job Manager from the Home or Remote menu, then click Add Job.
Confirm your source and destination.
Use the schedule editor to set when the job should run. Preview your schedule before saving.
Save and enable the scheduled job.

RcloneView will run the sync at your specified times. Check execution details and logs in Job History and receive notifications upon completion.

👉 Learn more: Job Scheduling and Execution

✅ Summary

Whether migrating data once or maintaining continuous synchronization, RcloneView enables fast, secure, and reliable file transfers between Box and Google Drive—eliminating the need for manual downloads or command-line tools.

Give it a try and streamline your multi-cloud workflows!