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About Google Drive

Google Drive is a collection of cloud computing, productivity and collaboration tools, software and products developed by Google. You can find a complete list of free Google tools here. In this guide you can find resources to help you get started using:

  • Google Docs- word processor and document editor

  • Google Sheets- spreadsheets

  • Google Slides-  slideshows and presentation

  • Google Sites- simple website creator (great for creating online portfolios!)

Google Docs

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Getting started with Google Docs

Guide from Google on the basics of using Google Docs including how to format and edit text, share documents and add pictures, links and media.

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Google Docs Essential Training (Linkedin Learning)

Video course from Linkedin Learning on the basics of using Google Docs including editing and formatting text, adjusting margins, adding footnotes, and more.

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Google Sheets

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Getting started with Google Sheets

Guide from Google on the basics of using Google Sheets including how to enter and edit data, make graphs and charts, work collaboratively on documents, and more.

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Google Sheets Essential Training

Video course from Linkedin Learning on the basics of using Google Sheets including editing and formatting spreadsheets, creating graphs and charts, and more.

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Google Slides

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Getting started with Google Slides

Guide from Google on the basics of using Google Slides including how to add text and images to your slideshow, embed links and videos, work collaboratively on documents, and more.

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Google Slides Essential Training

Video course from Linkedin Learning on the basics of using Google Slides. Includes lessons on formatting slides with text and images, embedding video and other media in your presentation, and more.

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Google Sites

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Getting started with Google Sites

Guide from Google on the basics of using Google Sites to make a simple website including adding text and images, website layout, and more.

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Google Sites Essential Training

Video course from Linkedin Learning on the basics of using Google Sites to create your own website. Includes lessons on formatting webpages, adding text, images, and other media, and more. Watch