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Google Makes Folders Shareable in Docs

GeekSugar — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:44:08 -0700

After using Google Docs for a number of years, I'm still amazed at the fact I can easily share individual docs and make other users collaborators. Well now Google Docs is getting even more sophisticated thanks to its ability to share an entire folder.

So now if you're working on a project with a co-worker, or an assignment with a fellow classmate, you can easily share the entire folder with them so they can access the docs or spreadsheets within that folder. Another new feature to Google Docs is the ability to upload multiple files with one click.

Daily Tech: Details About the Next Xbox Live Update

GeekSugar — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:40:12 -0700

The next Xbox Live dashboard update will include many more features, such as enhanced Netflix tools - Engadget
Stay tuned for some changes coming to Google Documents - Google Docs Blog
Check out which video games came out this week - Green Pixels
Here's a quick look at HTC's latest handset, the Hero - CrunchGear
Switched comes up with 10 of their favorite gadgets for Summer - Switched
Looking for a good gadget deal? Here are some excellent options - Gizmodo

Daily Tech: Man Claims to Have Sent Longest Tweet Ever

GeekSugar — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:00:43 -0700

Forget the 140-character limit! Man claims to have written the longest tweet ever (247 characters) - Switched
The rumor mill says an Apple Touchscreen Netbook might launch in October for $800 - Mac Rumors
Office 2010's free web versions take on Google Docs - PC Magazine
Girl falls into a manhole while texting and her parents sue - Wired
You can buy pro camera gear on a student budget - Lifehacker
Closer look at the LG HDTVs that instantly stream Netflix - Unplggd

Download of the Day: Krisb Gdocs

GeekSugar — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:05:39 -0700

Since a majority of you are Google Docs users, I thought you might find this dashboard widget helpful. Krisb Gdocs is a free download that will allow you to easily read GDocs in your browser window. With this widget you can quickly access your documents as well as upload files by directly dropping them on the widget. Ta-da!

Use Google Doc's New Fitness Template For Tracking Workouts

GeekSugar — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:30:03 -0800

Just like Gmail labs, Google is always adding fun and useful template ideas to Google Docs. The latest ones that caught my eye are the workout templates, which were designed by fitness expert Karon Karter.

Just like other Google Doc templates, you can access Karon Karter's personal cardio training docs, weight training docs, and Pilates training docs for free.

What I love about these docs is the fact that you can track your own individual progress, or you can share your progress with a trainer or running group - just like 6-pack achiever Larry did with this fitness tracking spreadsheet that he shared with his workout buddies - how awesome is that spreadsheet?!

Have Some Holiday Fun With Google Docs

GeekSugar — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 02:00:15 -0800

Why spend a small fortune on things like holiday cards, gift tags, and festive mail labels when you can get them all for free on Google Docs? Google Docs offers a great selection of holiday templates that include the holiday snowflake postcard, address labels, holiday gift tags, and video card templates. And if you're like me and you need an updated address list for friends and family members, there's even a template that makes it easy to gather addresses. Just sign in to Google Docs and click on any of the above links to get started, or click on File, then New, then Holiday to see all of the ones you can choose from.

And for gift ideas, make sure you head on over to HolidaySugar!

Do You Use Google Docs?

GeekSugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:45:38 -0800

If you haven't tested out Google Docs yet, what's stopping you? The spreadsheets were indispensable for me over the last few months when I collaborated with friends on a party and planned a trip out of town with several friends - my boyfriend and I even use it to make grocery lists (watching someone edit your doc simultaneously is endlessly fascinating).

So I was shocked when I read that only 1 percent of users utilize Google Docs, and that people are still using Microsoft Office. I use both; not ready, I guess, to completely live on the cloud and go Google Docs all the way, but I can foresee a day when I might.

What about you? Are you a Google Docs user?

Google Docs: Now Totally Pretty

GeekSugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:00:11 -0700

Did it ever blow your mind when you first started using Google Docs, and you watched your friends edit the document at the same time you were viewing it (it obviously did mine)? The only thing that has never blown my mind is the bare-bones look of the docs.

Sure, they got the job done, but I would never deny I wanted something pretty to look at. Yes we can, says Google - they've released templates for Google Docs so that not only will your spreadsheets and lists look great, you'll be able to design business cards, resumes, invitations, announcements, anything!

Google Docs Mobile Goes Live

GeekSugar — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 13:00:08 -0700

Usually when I need to access my Google docs on the fly I pull out my iPhone and navigate my way to my Gmail account.

Google is now offering Google Docs Mobile which will make accessing my docs that much easier. To view your Google docs on your cell phone, just point your browser to http://docs.google.com/m and all your docs should appear if you have Google set-up on your phone. And yes, I am a "to-do" list crazy person!

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How to Use Google Sites to Back Up Travel Docs

GeekSugar — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:40:16 -0700

I love to travel, which means I'm always on the lookout for any new, interesting and helpful travel tips. So when I caught this amazing tip in this month's issue of Budget Travel, I was all over it.

There's plenty of ways that Google can be used for travel planning, and now there's another way Google can help you while you're on the go: use Google Sites to store all your travel documents, like scans of passports and ID's, itineraries, and conformation numbers for easy access anywhere in the world. This is a lifesaver if you lose your wallet or important documents abroad and need to get back home. Since Google Sites allows you to password protect your website, you can rest assured that no one can get a hold of your private docs - as long as you use a good (and complicated) password that is!