What's Changing
Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides are being replaced by their Microsoft equivalents - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The online versions work right in your browser, just like Google's apps do.
What Stays the Same
- Browser-based editing - no software to install for the web versions
- Real-time collaboration - multiple people can edit at the same time
- Auto-save - your work saves automatically
- Comments and suggestions - leave feedback on documents the same way
- Sharing - share files with a link or by email
Google to Microsoft - Which App Is Which?
| Microsoft | What It's For | |
|---|---|---|
| Google Docs | Microsoft Word | Documents, letters, reports |
| Google Sheets | Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheets, calculations, data |
| Google Slides | Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentations, slideshows |
Using Office on the Web
Opening an Existing Document
- Go to office.com and sign in
- You'll see your recent documents on the home page
- Click any document to open it in your browser
- Or find files in OneDrive and click to open
Creating a New Document
- Go to office.com
- Click Word, Excel, or PowerPoint on the left
- Choose Blank document or pick a template
- Start working - it saves automatically
Working Together on a Document
- Click Share in the top right corner
- Add your colleague's name or email
- They can open the document and edit at the same time
- You'll see their cursor and changes in real time (coloured cursors, just like Google Docs)
Key Differences to Know
Word vs. Google Docs
- Word has more formatting options and templates
- The toolbar (ribbon) across the top has tabs: Home, Insert, Layout, etc.
- Track Changes in Word is like "Suggesting" mode in Google Docs
Excel vs. Google Sheets
- Excel is more powerful for complex calculations and large datasets
- Formulas work the same way - SUM, VLOOKUP, IF, etc.
- Charts and graphs have more customization options
PowerPoint vs. Google Slides
- PowerPoint has more design templates and transition effects
- Presenter view works the same way
- Export to PDF is easy - File > Save As > PDF
Tips for Dealership Staff
- Bookmark office.com for quick access to all your Office apps
- You don't need to install anything - the web versions cover most daily tasks
- If you need advanced features, use the desktop apps (already installed on your work computer)
- File format tip: Word uses .docx, Excel uses .xlsx, PowerPoint uses .pptx. Don't worry about converting - it's automatic
Need Help?
- Most things work very similarly to Google's apps - try the same steps you already know
- Contact your dealership IT contact
- Email the CanadaOne IT team at it@canadaoneauto.com