Updates to Google Suite

It has been a while since I have provided some of the updates that are coming from Google in regards to their Google Suite for Education product line. I wanted to make sure to take some time and provide an update to some of the things that are coming down the line from Google.

Rotate Text In Google Sheets

Google Sheets got a relatively minor update a few weeks ago. When working with sheets, you would sometimes have a large cell at the top for a small amount of text in the column below. With the latest update to Sheets, you can now rotate the top line of text in the cell to better fit the content of your columns.

To rotate the text in Sheets, simply select the cell and locate the text direction box. It has an "A" with an arrow under it at an angle. Click and select the degree measure that you wish to rotate to.

This is helpful for formatting and making sheets work better for you.

Case Control in Google Docs

Earlier this week, Google released an update to Google Docs that allows for you to control the case of the document. For instance, if you were working with a document and you did not use the proper Title Case for a portion, or you hit the caps lock key and didn't realize that you typed in all caps, there is now a simply remedy for that situation.

Google now allows you to use the format toolbar to assist you in fixing your text. To begin, highlight the text that you wish to change. Next, locate the "Format" option on the toolbar. You will scroll downward until you find "Capitalization" as an option. Once you select that, it will give you the option to use all UPPERCASE, lowercase, or Title Case. This feature is a great feature that can help us be more efficient in Google Docs.

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Chromebook Shortcut of the Week - 10/14/2016

This weeks shortcut of the week is to help you project your Chromebook. Due to resolutions, your Chromebook will likely default to the “Extended Screen” mode. If they happens, you will see your desktop background on the screen upon plugging in your Chromebook (your Chromebook needs an HDMI connection, if you need a cable, I can get you one!). In order to change this, you will use the “Ctrl + Full Screen” button. This will quickly switch between the two modes, allowing you to switch back and forth. A quick word to the wise, the extended screen is usually to the right!

Google Apps Update - Columns in Google Docs

Awesome news! Google Docs now supports columns of text! Seriously! Just this week, Google announced and updated Google Docs to include support for columns when working within Google Docs. To get there, it is incredibly easy! Step 1: Highlight the text that you wish to place into columns. Haven't started working yet? Skip the first step! Step 2: Click on the Insert option on the menu bar in Google Docs. Locate and select columns. Step 3: Select the columns that you wish to have. You have the option for a single column (as the Google Doc is likely already set up), two columns, three columns, or more options. Currently, the maximum number of columns supported is three. Step 4: Check out the new columns in your document! Questions? Please do not hesitate to ask!

How to Use Google Cast - Wirelessly Display Your Chromebook!

First and foremost, the headline is slightly misleading as you will actually display your Chromebook to your desktop which will be connected with wires. While you will need your Windows PC to connect to the projector, it does not change the fact that you can wirelessly display your Chromebook to students. In my experiments with this both at home and on the school network, I have yet to get the sound to work. (If you would like to connect with the HDMI cable that supports both audio and video, please let me know and I will be sure to get you a cable). To start this process, in your Chrome browser you will need to visit the Chrome Web Store and install the Google Cast for Education app. You will also need to install the Google Cast extension. Next, on your windows desktop open your Google Cast for Education app. You can find it near the top of your browser window. Once you open the app, you should be see a gray screen that names the computer and gives ...

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