Google Docs is an online word processor that lets you create and format documents and work with other people. See the top tips for using Google Docs.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Step 1: Create a document 
• Step 2: Edit and format 
• Step 3: Share & work with others 
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Step 1: Create a document 

To create a new document: 

1. On your computer, open the Docs home screen at  docs.google.com . 
2. In the top left, under "Start a new document," click Blank . 

You can also create new documents from the URL docs.google.com/create. 

Step 2: Edit and format 

To edit a document: 

1. On your computer, open a document in Google Docs. 

2. To select a word, double-click it or use your cursor to select the text you want to change. 

3. Start editing. 

4. To undo or redo an action, at the top, click Undo or Redo . 

Note: To edit a document on a touchscreen device, like a Pixel Book, double-tap the document to start typing. 

You can add and edit text, paragraphs, spacing, and more in a document. 

• Format paragraphs or font
•  Add a title, heading, or table of contents

Step 3: Share & work with others 

You can share files and folders with people and choose whether they can view, edit, or comment on them. 

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