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.