{
  "id": 9124084,
  "title": "20 Google Docs tips even longtime users may not know",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/20-google-docs-tips-even-longtime-users-may-not-know",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-22T10:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Fast Company",
    "slug": "fast-company",
    "url": "https://www.fastcompany.com/91609708/20-google-docs-tips-even-longtime-users-may-not-know"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Google Docs celebrated its 20th anniversary, and I'm sharing 20 helpful features you might not have known. One feature is voice typing, which allows you to dictate text instead of typing. Another feature is matching the format of an existing document when creating a new one. You can also add extensions to enhance your Google Docs experience. Adding a quick link to any text in Google Docs is fast and efficient, allowing you to insert relevant links without leaving the document. Creating a new document from any browser window can be done by typing 'doc.new' in the address bar. Dividing a document into sections using tabs can help organize projects or teams under one document. Adding a table of contents to lengthy documents makes it easier for readers to find specific information. Tracking changes and version history helps you monitor edits and collaborate with others. You can also download your document as a PDF for easy sharing. Shortcuts and preferences allow you to customize the Google Docs experience to suit your needs.",
  "summary": "This article is republished with permission from Wonder Tools , a newsletter that helps you discover the most useful sites and apps. Google Docs turned 20 this year, so I’m sharing 20 of my favorite GDocs features you might find useful. 1. Type with my voice Tools > Voice typing When I’m tired of typing, I dictate. I like voice typing with Google Docs to add sentences to a blank page as I think…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}