Easily open URL shortcut files stored in Google Drive™. Launches links in a new tab with one click.
Listing updated:July 14, 2025
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Overview
Make working with internet shortcut files in Google Drive™ fast and seamless. When you store links as files this app lets you open them instantly in a new browser tab without downloading. Simply click the file in Drive, and you'll be redirected to the link it contains. It works like you'd expect on your desktop — but now in the cloud.

Set the Application as Default
This is the key step that enables the one-click behaviour. Find a set of screenshots below.
1. In the top-right corner of the Google Drive interface, click the gear icon (Settings).
2. From the dropdown menu, select "Settings".
3. In the window that opens, go to the "Manage Apps" tab on the left.
4. You will see a list of all applications connected to your Google Drive. Find the app you want to use as the default for a specific file type in this list.
5. Next to the app's name, check the box that says "Use by default".
Additional information
PricingFree of charge with paid features
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Non-trader
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URL Shortcuts for Google Drive™ will ask for the permissions shown below. Learn more
URL Shortcuts for Google Drive™ will need access to your Google account
This will allow URL Shortcuts for Google Drive™ to :
See, edit, create, and delete only the specific Google Drive files you use with this app
Connect itself to your Google Drive
See your primary Google Account email address
See your personal info, including any personal info you've made publicly available
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