You can back up a Google Drive user on demand.
Note
For shared drive backups, ensure that at least one user is associated with the shared drive. The associated users must have manager or content manager roles.
Procedure
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From the navigation pane, go to Protect > Google Workspace.
The Google Workspace Overview page appears.
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On the Apps tab, click the Google Drive app.
The Overview page of the app appears.
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On the Users tab, select a user or a shared drive, and then click Backup.
The Backup options confirmation dialog box appears.
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Click SUBMIT.