Google Workspace Student Guide

Google Workspace Overview 
Google Workspace has a collection of Internet-based applications similar to Microsoft products such as Word (Google Docs), Excel (Google Sheets), and PowerPoint (Google Slides) that can be beneficial for class collaboration and electronic assignment submission.

Student Orientation/Training
While no training is necessary to use Google Workspace, the Google Workspace Learning Center can give you an introduction to this set of tools. Their Quick Tips section may also be helpful.

Using Google Workspace

• All University of Michigan students already have access to Google Workspace. Find the application you are looking for here. (Note: Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms are all embedded in Google Drive.)
• Make sure you are logged into your Umich account on Google in order to access your University of Michigan Google Workspace. Then go to drive.google.com to create your first documents to share.     

How to Get Help
For assistance, you can: 

• Contact IT (available 24/7) by phone (734) 749-9002, chat, or submit a request.
• Check out the Google Support Center or contact Google.

Student FAQs

• Why can’t I open a Google File or Folder?
• I accidentally deleted a document. Can it be recovered?
  • Yes. Deleted items can be recovered from your Drive Trash for 30 days. More on deleting documents.
• How do I share a file? How do I share a link?
• How do I create a new document?
• How do I do a voiceover on Google Slides?

Google Workspace Quick Links
Google Workplace Applications Resources 
Google at U of M
G Suite Learning Center