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Google Docs

            Google Docs is a free online word processing program. It is similar to Microsoft Word. The
            only difference is that this is a cloud-based program. So, the program does not reside on your
            computer. It was started by Google in the year 2006, as part of its complete office suite. The
            other programs in the cloud-based suite are Sheets which is similar to Excel and Slides which is
            similar to PowerPoint. You can access Google Docs from all devices and platforms, all you need
            is an internet connection and a web browser. In case of a smartphone, the applicable app which
            your phone needs for google docs to work. It works for both individual file and folders. You can
            also use the free templates available with Google docs. Follow the below steps to open a new
            document:
            Step 1   Click on the Google apps button.  A drop-down menu appears.

            Step 2    Click on the Docs icon from the drop-down menu. The Start a new document page
                    appears.





















                                                   Start a new document page

            Step 3   Click on the Blank template. A new blank document opens in a new tab or window.





















                                                       Blank document
            Opening/Importing an Existing Word Document for Editing

            You can easily open/import your Word documents in Google Docs. It might not support more
            advanced features and formatting of some Word Documents.



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