Google Docs: Text Boxes & Shapes
Inserting Text Boxes and Shapes Introduction Google Docs has a drawing tool that’s designed for inserting text boxes and shapes into your document. Although they’re not necessary for every document, text boxes and shapes can be used to set important details apart from the rest of your document or to organize information. For example, rectangles, lines, and arrows can be used […]
Google Docs: Images
Inserting Images Introduction Adding images to your document can make it more visually appealing. Google Docs uses Google Search to find and provide images for you to choose from, so it’s likely you’ll find one that matches your needs. If you have a picture of your own that you want to use, you can upload an image. In […]
Google Docs: Tables
Working with Tables Introduction A table is a grid of cells arranged into rows and columns. Tables can be customized and are useful for various tasks, like presenting text information and numerical data. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to create a blank table, modify an existing table, and edit table properties. Inserting and modifying tables Watch the video below to learn how […]
Google Docs: Formatting Headers, Footers & Breaks
Headers, Footers, and Page Breaks Introduction You can modify the layout of your document by utilizing the header and footer sections and inserting page breaks. Headers and footers usually contain additional information like page number, date, document name, and footnotes. Page breaks and horizontal lines create separation in the text and can increase readability. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to insert and edit headers, footers, and footnotes, and you’ll also learn […]
Google Docs: Formatting with Indents & Tabs
Using Indents and Tabs Introduction A great way to draw attention to important areas within your document is to add an indent or tab. There are several ways you can indent text in Google Docs; however, it’s important to use these tools appropriately and indent correctly each time. This can save time and make the editing process go smoothly. In […]
Google Docs: Formatting Text
Formatting Text and Adding Hyperlinks Introduction To create and design quality documents, you need to know how to format text. In addition to making your document more appealing, formatted text can draw a reader’s attention to specific parts of the document and help communicate your message. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to format the font, size, and color, as well […]
Google Docs: Text Editing
Text Basics Introduction If you are familiar with word processing software such as Microsoft Word, you will find working with text in Google Docs to be a similar experience. If you are new to word processing, working with text in Google Docs is fairly easy to learn. Over the next few pages, we will show […]
Google Docs: Word Processing User Interface
Introduction When working with a word processing application like Google Docs, it’s important to be comfortable with the document interface and to know how to perform basic tasks. In this lesson, you’ll get to know the interface and learn how to configure the document page. Watch the video below to learn how to navigate the Google Docs […]
Google Drive: Converting and Printing Files
Converting and Printing Docs Downloading and printing files from Google Drive Once you’ve created a file, it will be accessible whenever you sign in to Google Drive. However, there may be times when you want to download or print a file for offline access. To download a file: Locate and right-click the file you want to download, then select Download. The […]
Google Drive: Managing, Sharing & Collaborating
Managing Your Files Managing your files After you’ve been using Google Drive for a while, you might find yourself having a difficult time keeping track of all of your files. Fortunately, Drive offers several features to help you manage and organize them. Watch the video below to learn more. Searching for files Searching lets you look for specific files using […]
