Create and File a Project
The first thing we'll work on is how to use Google Docs like a word processor to create a new writing project. Then you can save it, name it, and file it away for later use, just like you'd do on your own computer.
First, let's create a new project.
First, let's create a new project.
To create a document:
To name a document:
To save a document:
Now, let's file our new project away.
- Click on "Create New," in the upper left-hand corner of the home page.
- Click on "Document," in the drop down menu.
- When the new document window opens up, start typing.
To name a document:
To save a document:
- Click on "Save," in the upper right-hand corner of the document window; OR,
- Wait a few seconds, and the document will save itself. Be sure to look for the word "Saved" in the upper right-hand corner before exiting the document window, or you might lose your work.
Now, let's file our new project away.
To create a Collection (file folder):
To file a document into a Collection:
- Click on "Create New," in the upper left-hand corner.
- Click on "Collection" in the drop down menu.
- A naming field will appear. Type in the name of the collection, and hit Return.
To file a document into a Collection:
- Check the box next to the document you want to file.
- In the task sidebar (right hand side) go to "Collections" and click on "Organize."
- Select the collection into which you will file the document, and click on "Apply changes."