Convert Google Docs

Technology Tutorials Convert Google Docs

The grading tool used in Canvas does not work well with Google docs. For this reason, most instructors will require that you submit your work as a pdf or as a Word document. The instructions and video tutorial below give tips on how to convert your google doc to a format that will work better.

Instructions

  • Open your google doc
  • Click on the "file" menu in the upper left corner of the screen
  • Click on "download" in the file menu
  • Select the file type
    • PDF Document and Microsoft Word are the most commonly used
    • Depending on your computer settings, you may be prompted to identify where to save the file. Many systems will automatically save the file in the downloads folder

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