Google Docs

Google DocsA new way to collaborate

creating a document

Access Google Drive page from the Apps button next to your +name

Options to create are: Folder, Documents, Presentations, Spreadsheets, Forms, and Drawings

Click on Document and an Untitled Document appears

Sharing a document

Allows other users to view, edit, create and collaborate togetherClick the blue Share button to view Sharing Settings windowInvite people by name, email address or group to share documentEdit the sharing settings for each invite

Collaboration cycle

Pros and ConsAllows users to collaborate with each other without having to be in the same locationSaves all of the editing errors in case a user or collaborator wants to re-enter the dataAbility to share with multiple usersLive chat options to brainstorm ideasRevision feature keeps track of who completed what on the documentSpellcheck is ineffective when editing documentDesigning options are fairly limitedApp is not user friendly to new users