Who Knows That Google Docs Actually Great For Grandpa? Have you ever wondered what can your grandparents use it for? Although using it can be crucial for office workers for various reasons, especially if your work environment prioritizes collaboration, yet, we notice that many older generations need time to adapt. Still, I bet you might love using it as the features are not too different. Let us explore the inside of Docs together, shall we?
First, click the nine dots next to your profile Gmail account, and choose Docs.
As you can see on the Page there is a Template Gallery. The Template Gallery is a collection of pre-designed document templates that help users create professional-looking documents quickly. Instead of starting from scratch, you can choose a template that matches the type of document you’re working on, whether it’s a resume, letter, report, or project proposal, and then customize it to your needs.
The gallery provides a wide range of templates that cater to different needs. Some of the common categories include:
Docs Templates :
Resumes and Cover Letters: Professionally designed formats for resumes and matching cover letters.
Letters: Templates for personal, professional, and formal letters.
Reports: Pre-formatted templates for creating business or academic reports with headings, sections, and styles.
Project Proposals: Templates for outlining business proposals, project plans, or presentations.
Meeting Notes: Structured templates for taking meeting minutes and sharing them with team members.
Newsletters: Templates to create newsletters for businesses, schools, or organizations.
Brochures and Flyers: For marketing, events, or informational purposes.
Essay Formats: Templates tailored for academic writing with predefined headings and text styles.
Template Gallery in Google Docs is a powerful feature that streamlines the document creation process. It offers a wide range of templates that are easy to use, customizable, and suitable for various personal, academic, or professional needs. Now you know how easy to use it is even your grandparents can make their letters in a sec.
Why Use the Template Gallery?
- Time-Saving: Templates save time by providing a ready-made structure, so you don’t need to start from scratch.
- Professional Look: Even if you’re not a designer, templates give your documents a professional and polished appearance.
- Flexibility: You can customize templates extensively to fit specific needs while maintaining the overall structure.
- Consistency: Using templates for similar documents ensures that everything looks uniform and cohesive, which is important for branding and professionalism.
How to Use the Template Gallery:
- Open Google Docs:
- Go to docs.google.com and sign in to your Google account.
- Access the Template Gallery:
- At the top of the homepage, you’ll see a section labeled “Template Gallery.” Click on this to expand the full gallery.
- Browse or Search for a Template:
- Scroll through the categories or use the search bar to find the type of template you need (e.g., “resume” or “report”).
- Select a Template:
- Click on the template you want to use. It will open a new document with the selected template.
- Customize the Template:
- Edit the placeholder text and adjust the formatting to match your needs. You can replace images, change fonts, and add sections as needed.
- Save and Share:
- Once your document is ready, it’s saved automatically to your Google Drive. You can then share it with others or download it in various formats (PDF, Word, etc.).
I love Google Docs for its ease of use and its accessibility anytime, with all the information above you might think Google Docs is so powerful and of course, wonder what it can’t do. Even so, do you think the older generation would love Google Docs as we do? Coming up next: Older Generation More Comfortable Using Microsoft Word.