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.ipynb file in Google Drive doesn't open with Colaboratory by default

I have two files in my Google Drive with .ipynb extension, but one of them is marked as Unknown File type and has a blue icon. What can I do to change the second one to a Colaboratory file?

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Solution

  • If you want to get that icon you should save a copy from Colab

    1. Upload your file to Drive

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    2. Open a file with Colab

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    3. Save a copy in Drive

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    4. Go to Drive and find folder

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    5. Inside you will find your file with the Colab icon

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