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In order to convert your PDF files to Google Docs, you can easily upload said PDFs to your Google Drive and then open them with Google Docs directly from there. But, this doesn't retain the formatting of your PDF files. So, if you want to retain the original formatting, convert your PDF files into editable Word files using tools like iLovePDF and then upload them into Google Drive. We've outlined the steps in detail here, so if you need the extra help, take a look!
You can subscript and superscript in Google Docs using both the web version or Android and iOS mobile apps. On the web, simply select the text -> Format -> Text -> Select Superscript or Subscript. On the mobile app, select the text -> A icon at the top -> tap on the Superscript or Subscript icons to apply. You can also use the Ctrl + . or Ctrl + , keyboard shortcuts to superscript or subscript, respectively. On Mac, use Command instead of Ctrl in combination with full stop and comma to apply the respective formatting.
To strikethrough in Google Docs on the web, navigate to Format -> Text -> Strikethrough. Or, you can use the Alt + Shift + 5 (Windows) or Command + Shift + X (Mac) keyboard shortcuts to apply the strikethrough formatting. On the Google Docs mobile app, double tap to select the text -> A icon -> strikethrough icon.
How to Add Headings and Collapsible Headings in Google Docs (2024)
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On the web, simply place your cursor to the body of text that you want to make a header -> from the toolbar select Normal text -> select desired heading. On your Android or iOS device, bring the cursor to the body of text -> tap on A icon at the top -> Normal text -> select heading. Meanwhile, to add collapsible headings in the web version, head into pageless mode and all headings become collapsible.
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Hanging indents allow you to bring more out of your writing. They can be used to enhance the readability, add a nice poetic touch to your, or add bullet points, or lists. The easiest way to use Hanging indent is by going to Format > Alignment and Indent > Indentation options > Hanging Indent.
The white spacing you see in between your document and the edges of your canvas is your 'margin' in Google Docs. To change it when on a web browser, open the document on Google Docs -> click on File from toolbar -> page setup -> modify settings -> OK. You can also use the ruler on the top and left sides of your document to adjust the margins. iOS users can also easily change the margins using the Google Docs app, by opening the document -> edit icon -> three-dot menu -> Page setup -> Margins.
Numbering pages on Google Docs is a neat little trick that undoubtedly makes your document a lot more presentable. The good thing is, you can do it both when you're on a web browser or using the dedicated Google Docs mobile app. When on a web browser, open the document on Google Docs, go to > Insert tab > Page numbers and choose from available options. On the Docs app, open the document > double-tap anywhere > + icon > Page number.
Google Docs has an integrated word counter that you can make use of. Moreover, you can access it from both your web browser or the mobile app for Android and iOS. When on the web browser, simply open the document on Google Docs and hit the Ctrl+Shift+C key to summon the word count panel. Meanwhile, on the mobile app, head over to three-dot menu and select Word count from the available options. However, for more features like setting a word count limit and specifying exclusions, use the Word Counter Max add-on for Google Docs.
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