Google Docs is an online word processor similar to Microsoft Word. Since it is based in the cloud, it is important to also know about Google Drive. Google Drive is where all of the documents can be stored, similar to File Explorer in Windows.
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Getting Started (Video length 2:23)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Getting Started with Your Document. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Text Basics (Video length 2:38)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Text Basics. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Formatting Text and Adding Hyperlinks (Video length 2:37)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Formatting Text and Adding Hyperlinks. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Indents and Tabs (Video length 3:01)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Using Indents and Tabs. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Headers, Footers, and Page Breaks (Video length 3:02)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Headers, Footers, and Page Breaks. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Tables (Video length 3:28)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Working with Tables. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Images (Video length 4:44)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Inserting Images. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Text Boxes and Shapes (Video length 3:23)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Inserting Text Boxes and Shapes. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Text Styles (Video length 3:44)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Text Styles. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
More Fonts (Video length 1:50)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Adding More Fonts. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Add-ons (Video length 4:06)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Installing add-ons. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Sharing and Collaborating (Video length 3:13)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Sharing and collaborating on files. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Comments (Video length 2:47)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Adding and Replying to Comments. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Suggestion Mode (Video length 2:35)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Using Suggestion Mode to Track Changes. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Version History (Video length 2:23)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Version History. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Email a Doc (Video length 1:41)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Email a Doc as an Attachment. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Change Ownership (Video length 1:51)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Changing Ownership of a Doc. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
Activity Dashboard (Video length 1:50)
For a hands-on challenge, navigate to Google Docs - Using the Activity Dashboard. Find the challenge at end of the webpage.
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Using Google Docs on a Mobile Device - Here's how to use Google Docs on a mobile device.
Using Google Docs Offline - Here's how to use Google Docs when you're not online.
Voice Typing - In this lesson, you'll learn how to use Google Docs to transcribe your voice.
Translating Documents - In this lesson, you'll learn how to translate your document into over 100 different languages with just a few clicks.
Linking Within a Document - Learn how to link within your document using headings and bookmarks in this free lesson.
Smart Compose - In this lesson, you'll learn how to use Smart Compose, and you'll also learn how to turn it off.
Custom Substitutions - In this lesson, you'll learn how to create and use custom substitutions.
The Doc.new Shortcut - In this lesson, you'll learn a quick and easy shortcut to create new Google Drive files.
Adding Citations - In this lesson, you'll learn how to add citations in Google Docs.
Adjusting Margins - Learn how to use the ruler and Page Setup dialog box to adjust the margins in Google Docs.
Keyboard Shortcuts - Learn how to find and use keyboard shortcuts in Google Docs.
Creating a Table of Contents - In this lesson, you'll learn how to create and add a table of contents to your document in Google Docs.