Google Docs for Genealogists

Google

Summary Details

Length: 60 minutes

Summary: Participants will learn how to use Google Docs to their advantage when performing genealogy research or pursuing other genealogy-related activities.

Description: Learn how to use Google Docs – a free application complete with spreadsheets, word processing and more – to your advantage while performing genealogy research.  We’ll cover how to create new documents, import documents from your hard drive, and how to use the basic functions of each component.

Audience Level: Beginner

Requirements: Projection for laptop/netbook computer on large screen; internet connection

Content: Syllabus, 5 pages; Quick References, 4 pages; 9 pages total

Outline

  • What Is Google Docs?
    • Components of Google Docs
    • Comparison to Microsoft Office
  • Creating A Document
    • Basic Word Processing Functions
  • Creating A Spreadsheet
    • Basic Spreadsheet Functions
  • Creating A Presentation
    • Basic Presentation Functions
  • Importing Documents to Google Docs
  • Google Docs General Functions
    • Renaming Documents
    • Copying Documents
    • Deleting Documents
    • Folders
  • Google Docs Settings
  • Glossary
  • Links

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