GOOGLE DOCSLINKS & RESOURCES

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Introduction to Docs

Using Google Docs allows you to create documents, presentations, spreadsheets, forms and drawings to share, collaborate and edit in real time.

Click here to watch an overview of Google Docs.

Here is a breakdown of each document and what you can do with each one.

Creating a Document

Google Documents are similar to Microsoft Word. You can type, format, and insert text, as well as add objects, links and videos. You can also collaborate on documents using the Share feature.

Click here to watch how to create a document. For more detailed ways on how to enhance your document, refer to the Getting Started packet.

Creating a PresentationGoogle Presentations are similar to

Microsoft PowerPoint. You can create slide presentations with text, objects, links and videos. You can also format objects as well as add animation. You can also collaborate on presentations using the Share feature.

Click here to watch how to create a presentation. For more detailed ways on how to enhance your presentation, refer to the Getting Started packet.

Creating SpreadsheetsGoogle Spreadsheets are similar to

Microsoft Excel. You can create multiple spreadsheets within databases. The sheets can include data, charts, objects & formulas. You can also collaborate on spreadsheets using the Share feature.

Click here to watch how to create a spreadsheet. For more detailed ways on how to enhance your spreadsheet, refer to the Getting Started packet.

Creating FormsGoogle Forms can be used to create surveys or

quizzes for students or colleagues. You can create these forms using various question types. The forms can be embedded into a website or the link can be typed in manually. You can also collaborate on forms using the Share feature.

Click here to watch how to create a form. For more detailed ways on how to enhance your form, refer to the Getting Started packet. You may also watch this demo on how to incorporate a form into Google Docs.

Creating DrawingsGoogle Drawings can be used to create

drawings which can be used for cover pages, supplemental resources, or images. You can format text, shapes, designs, and images, then publish them or download as an image. You can also collaborate on drawings using the Share feature.

Click here to read how you can create a drawing. For more detailed ways on how to enhance your drawing, refer to the Getting Started packet.

Additional Information

If you have additional questions or concerns regarding using Google Docs, contact your building tech or the Tech Help department within your district.

Google has an informative Learning and Help center as well. Click here to access the site.