Force quit Google Drive for uninstalled and reinstalled

I discovered the solution through ChatGPT. Please see below, just in case you come across a similar issue. My GD is back online with a fresh installation and synced functionality.

Step 1: Force Quit GD (Even if It’s Not Visible in Force Quit Menu)

Sometimes, apps run in the background and don't appear in the Force Quit menu (Cmd+Option+Esc). Let’s use Activity Monitor instead:

1. Open Activity Monitor

• • Press Cmd + Space and type Activity Monitor, then press Return.
  • Alternatively, go to Applications > Utilities > Activity Monitor.

1. Find GD (Google Drive or related process)

• • In the CPU tab, look for any processes related to "GD" or "Google Drive" (or whatever GD stands for).
  • If unsure, type GD or Google in the search bar.

1. Force Quit the Process

• • Select the process and click the (X) button at the top.
  • Choose Force Quit.

1. Check if GD is still running

• • If it reopens automatically, check for any helper apps (like "Google Drive Helper" or "Google Updater") and force quit those too.

Step 2: Prevent GD from Launching on Startup

If the app is still running, it might be set to launch at login. Let’s disable it:

1. Go to System Settings > General > Login Items.
2. Look for GD or any related apps.
3. Click the (–) button to remove them.