So Many Updates, So Little Time!

Google Docs just went through an update and there are so many new features available.  Some of them are basic things we have all been asking for and others are taking Docs to the next level.  We will introduce a few of the newer features here but we would need hours to go through and explore each of them with you.

Building Blocks 

In Google Docs, you can add and customize dropdown chips that display multiple options. You can also use building blocks to insert table templates that help you track projects, files, and more. 

• Add or edit a dropdown

1. On your computer, open a document in Google Docs.
2. You can either:
   1. Type “@dropdown” and press Enter.
   2. At the top, click Insert  Dropdown
3. Select a preset dropdown or click New Dropdown .
   1. If you create a new dropdown, you can change the dropdown template name and edit the options before you save.
4. To make changes to a dropdown, click the dropdown, and select an option. To edit a dropdown's options, click the dropdown, then click Add/Edit Options .

• Add a building block

1. On your computer, open a document in Google Docs.
2. You can either:
   1. Click Insert > Building blocks
   2. Type “@.” Next to “Building blocks,” click More .
3. Select which building block you want to use.