Office productivity · Beginner

Google Workspace Productivity

Learn a connected workflow for creating documents, organising files, analysing information, building presentations and collaborating online.

minutes · Self-paced

Course overview

Explore everyday Google Workspace tools and how they fit together. Organise folders in Drive, create documents in Docs, build spreadsheets in Sheets, prepare presentations in Slides, collect responses with Forms and manage communication through Gmail and Calendar. Focus on sharing the right file, setting permissions, commenting, version history and keeping work organised across devices.

What you will learn

  • Organise files and folders in Google Drive
  • Create and format documents in Docs
  • Build simple spreadsheets in Sheets
  • Create presentations in Slides
  • Collect structured information with Forms
  • Use Gmail and Calendar to manage communication
  • Collaborate through comments and shared files
  • Manage access permissions and version history

Skills covered

  • Google Drive
  • Google Docs
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Slides
  • Google Forms
  • Gmail
  • Calendar
  • Cloud collaboration

Prerequisites

A Google account and internet access are recommended. No previous Workspace experience is required.

Course modules

Organise Drive files and folders

In this module: Drive stores files online and can make them available across devices. Folders, clear names and shortcuts make information easier to find. Shared folders may have different ownership rules, so check who controls a file before moving or deleting it.

min

Create and format documents in Docs

In this module: Docs supports text formatting, headings, lists, tables, links and comments. Use headings to create structure and let collaborators comment without rewriting the main content.

min

Build a useful spreadsheet in Sheets

In this module: Sheets uses a grid of cells, formulas and functions to calculate and organise information. Keep headings consistent, separate source records from summaries and check formula ranges.

min

Design a clear presentation in Slides

In this module: Each slide should have a clear job. Use themes and layouts to establish consistency, then add images or diagrams that explain the message. Keep text concise and check readability on the intended screen size.

min

Collect responses with Forms

In this module: Forms collects structured information through question types such as short answer, multiple choice and checkboxes. Use neutral wording, collect only information needed and test the form before distributing it.

min

Manage Gmail and Calendar

In this module: Gmail labels and search help organise messages, while Calendar events coordinate time and participants. Check recipients, dates, time zones and meeting details.

min

Collaborate with comments and version history

In this module: Real-time collaboration depends on clear roles and communication. Comments identify questions or requested changes, while version history helps review earlier edits and restore a previous version.

min

Share files and manage permissions responsibly

In this module: Viewer, commenter and editor access provide different levels of control. Give recipients only the access required, check link settings and remove access when it is no longer needed.

min