Docs lets you write reports, create joint project proposals, keep track of meeting notes, and more.
Get Docs: Web (docs.google.com), Android, or iOS
Learn Docs basics
What online word processor provider did you use before Google Workspace?
| If you previously used... | Read this guide... |
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| Microsoft Word | |
| Other online word processor providers, or are new to cloud storage |
What you'll learn:
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Cheat sheets
Need a quick reference for the Docs basics you've learned? Download this cheat sheet.
Google Workspace keyboard shortcuts
Get shortcuts for Google Workspace products such as Chrome Browser, Gmail, Calendar, and Drive.
Templates
Try Docs by copying and customizing this proposal template.
Productivity guides
Learn how to prepare, share, and finalize a document using Google Workspace tools such as Drive and Docs.
Plan and hold meetings from anywhere
Learn how to prepare for, hold, and follow up after team meetings using Google Workspace tools such as Calendar and Drive.
10 Google Workspace tips for strong proposals
Create a powerful proposal using templates, visuals, outlines, and more.
10 Google Workspace tips to onboard team members
Combine Google Workspace services such as Calendar, Drive, and Google Meet to complete key business tasks, such as planning projects and holding meetings.
10 Google Workspace tips to improve communication
Are you overloaded with email conversations? Is your inbox out of control? Email is great, but sometimes it becomes overwhelming. Here are some tips that will help you communicate more effectively and get out of conversation chaos.
10 Google Workspace tips to work with remote teams
If you work on a team that’s spread across the globe, use Google Workspace to keep people connected and to collaborate seamlessly.
10 Google Workspace tips for brainstorming
Whether you need a name for a new product or a different place for lunch, Google Workspace makes it easy to share ideas, get feedback fast, and collaborate with your team.
10 Google Workspace tips to go paperless
Reduce printing expenses and share more easily by moving your organization's tasks and processes online.
Keep track of your daily to-do list, organize multiple lists, and track important deadlines with Google Tasks.
Google Workspace Solutions Gallery
Get ideas for solving common business challenges with Google Apps Script.
Switching to Google Workspace from SharePoint
Use Google Workspace solutions to collaborate with people.
Switching to Google Workspace from OneNote
Use Google Workspace solutions to collaborate using notes.
Tips
Level 1—Beginner
Level 2—Intermediate
- Add and edit images
- Add flowcharts and diagrams to files
- Create automatic outlines in Docs
- Present during a video meeting
- Share content with multiple people
- Email collaborators
- Mark a shared file as final
- Restrict sharing options on Drive files
- Set an expiration date for file access
- Transfer ownership of a file
Level 3—Advanced
- Create an out of office document
- Do more with add-ons and scripts
- Create professional-looking newsletters
- Space table rows and columns evenly
- Translate Docs into other languages
- Add citations to your document
- Type with your voice
- Add Keep notes to documents
- Share a file publicly
- Publish files as web pages
More resources
Visit the Docs Help Center.
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