How to Use Drawings in Google Docs to Create Visual Aids

There is a little-known feature in Google Docs that will change everything you thought you knew about Google Docs – Drawings. Users can an editable insert a drawing right into a Google Doc!

How to Insert a Drawing in your Google Doc:

  1. Open your Google Doc.
  2. Click on the “Insert” menu.
  3. Select “Drawing.”
  4. Choose “New” to create a new drawing, or select an existing drawing from Google Drive.
  5. Start drawing! You can use the drawing tools to add shapes, lines, and text.
  6. When you’re finished, click on the “File” menu and select “Save.”
  7. Your drawing will be saved in your Google Doc. You can resize, move, and delete your drawing as needed.

 

Drawings in Docs for the Classroom: 

  • Diagrams and flowcharts. Drawings can be used to create diagrams and flowcharts to help students understand complex concepts. For example, a teacher could create a drawing of the human body to help students learn about the different organs and systems. Even better, students can create a drawing of the human body to demonstrate their understanding of the concept.
  • Maps and charts. Drawings can also be used to create maps and charts to help students learn about geography and data analysis. For example, a teacher could create a drawing of the United States to help students learn about the different states and their capitals.
  • Storyboards. Drawings can also be used to create storyboards to help students plan out and create stories. For example, a teacher could ask students to draw a storyboard for a book they are writing.
  • Graphic Organizers. My world changed when I asked students to begin adding their brainstorming clusters to their drafts in the drawing. This eliminated the number of different pages that I had to sort through in their process writing.
  • Brainstorming. Drawings can also be used for brainstorming to help students come up with ideas for projects or presentations. For example, a teacher could ask students to draw a picture of their dream job to help them think about what they want to do when they grow up.
  • Note taking. Drawings can also be used for note-taking to help students remember important information. For example, a student could draw a picture of a graph to help them remember the different parts of a graph.
  • Labeling. Students can find create a drawing, insert an image and label the image to demonstrate their understanding of a concept.

 

If you’re looking for a way to make your documents more engaging, persuasive, or informative, consider adding a drawing. It’s a simple way to add a visual element that can make a big impact.

Kate Petty

Kate Petty

North America Director Kate is based in sunny Southern California and is a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator. She is a former 7-12 grade English teacher and district Technology Coordinator. She holds a Master’s in Teaching and manages the North America region for Appsevents.

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