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    Going Chromebook: Learn to Master Google Docs: Going Chromebook, #2
    Going Chromebook: Learn to Master Google Docs: Going Chromebook, #2
    Going Chromebook: Learn to Master Google Docs: Going Chromebook, #2
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    Going Chromebook: Learn to Master Google Docs: Going Chromebook, #2

    By Brian Schell

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    In the first book, "Going Chromebook: Living in the Cloud," we looked at Chromebooks and the various software options available for them, and we decided whether or not the cloud lifestyle was for you. If you've gotten this far, then the answer was a confident "Yes!" 

     

    Now it's time to look into specific apps and how to use them.

     

    First up is Google's own word processing system, Google Docs. It was Google's first and most well-known cloud app. It's also the most mature and, arguably, the most powerful. If you need to do any writing, whether a simple shopping list or a full-length book, Google Docs is the tool to use. 

     

    This book begins by introducing you to the differences between Google Docs and the competing online office suites. We'll also look into Google's free and paid tiers for Google Docs/G Suite, and which one works out best for your needs.

     

    Next, there's a short review chapter on how to manipulate, delete, copy, and do various file operations within the Google Drive file manager.

     

    After that, we'll go through every single command and menu, every toolbar, and all the hidden options. This is the bulk of the material, and no stone (or menu) is left unturned. This includes voice transcription, translation, citations and footnotes, embedding Google Sheets and Slides, and all the other special things Docs can do for you. 

     

    Lastly, for the things that Google Docs still just can't do, we will look at some of the very best third-party add-ons for Docs, allowing you to do all sorts of wild tasks. 

    You already know the benefits of working in the cloud-- Now it's time to learn how to get the most out of it!
     

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBlueHouseBooks.com
    Release dateMay 3, 2019
    ISBN9781386622086
    Going Chromebook: Learn to Master Google Docs: Going Chromebook, #2
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    Brian Schell

    Brian Schell is a College English Instructor who has an extensive background in Buddhism and other world religions. After spending time in Japan, he returned to America where he created the immensely popular website, Daily Buddhism. For the next several years, Schell wrote extensively on applying Buddhism to real-world topics such as War, Drugs, Tattoos, Sex, Relationships, Pet Food and yes, even Horror Movies. Twitter: @BrianSchell Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/Brian.Schell Web: http://BrianSchell.com

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      Going Chromebook - Brian Schell

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      Introduction

      Google Docs was the first successful Office in the cloud. It’s not the only one, but it was first, and in many ways, still the best. Originally Google Docs was the inclusive name for all Google’s online office apps, which included Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, and a handful of other apps. Today, the name Google Docs is reserved for just the word processing app within the office suite. With roots as far back as 2005, it’s an evolved and mature product today, with both free and paid levels of service.

      It is, without question, the most popular office product in schools today, surpassing the Apple products that had been the de facto computer system in schools for so many decades. More and more offices are switching to G Suite as their office solution. It’s maintained for them, updated automatically, backed up instantly, and is far more secure than storing files locally.

      Why Do This?

      There are numerous benefits to choosing Google Docs over other word-processing systems. First, it’s part of the Google ecosystem, and if you’re a heavy user of other Google Apps, then you already know how to use many parts of it.

      It’s easily the best system in the world in the area of collaboration features. Two or more people can type and edit each other's work at the same time, while watching each other do it. Although other competing products now have this, they are still playing catch-up in this area.

      It’s free! There are paid options to get more document storage, but that’s usually not necessary unless you get really heavily invested in storing your documents in the cloud.

      It’s expandable. You can start with the free version of Google Drive, add additional storage space if or when needed, and even upgrade to G Suite, the professional level of the Apps. Many people choose to stay on the free tier forever; it’s up to you.

      It runs almost everywhere. Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone, tablets, and most other Internet-enabled devices can either run Google Docs in a browser window or in a dedicated app.

      It’s powerful and easy to learn. Used in schools, businesses, and homes around the world, Google Docs is reliable enough for offices, hobbyists, and professionals.

      An entire class of computer, the Chromebook, has been developed around it. You don’t have to use a Chromebook to use Google Docs, and you don’t have to use Google Docs on a Chromebook, but they do go together exceptionally well.

      It really just works without issues. I’m writing this book on my Samsung Chromebook Pro. I write using a variety of devices-- I wrote Going iPad and Going Text as well, and those obviously weren’t written on a Chromebook, but many of my books at least start out on the Chromebook.

      It’s everywhere. You can use it on your desktop computer, your laptop, tablet, and even carry it with you on your phone.

      You’re probably familiar with some other office products that are on the market, so let’s compare a few facts about those.

      [ Image: Other Cloud Services.png ] Various services compared

      Various services compared

      The only point at which Google Docs doesn’t win is in the Features category. Microsoft Office does have some features that Apple and Google haven’t implemented yet, and these could be deal breakers if you truly need those things. Still, these features are very specific and aren’t needed by most people, so unless you specifically know of some way that your work depends on it, you can most likely get by just fine with Google Docs. Even then, the extra features Microsoft offers are only available in their desktop software, their cloud-based web apps are far more limited than Google’s.

      If you are using some kind of free office solution, such as LibreOffice, your  features and benefits are very similar to Microsoft Office, just without the purchase price. The real choice here is whether you want to install office software on your computer that needs updates, or if you want to use cloud-based apps which update behind the scenes. Another thing to consider is safety. Installed software can be affected by failing hardware and computer viruses and malware, while cloud-based apps are immune to all that.

      Cloud or Desktop?

      The biggest question that usually comes up when deciding to use Google Apps or not is whether you want to use cloud software or desktop software. Apple and Microsoft offer excellent office suites that run on their respective computers. They also both offer cloud versions of those suites, but in both cases, are very feature-limited compared to what you can do on the desktops. Google offers no desktop version of their apps; everything is, and always has been, cloud-based. This shows where their priorities are-- cloud first.

      There are people out there with privacy concerns about the cloud, and those

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