Adding "notes" in a Google Doc is typically done by using the comment feature. This allows you to add contextual remarks, feedback, or reminders without changing the main text of the document. It's a powerful way to collaborate or simply add personal annotations.
Simple Steps to Add a Note (Comment)
Adding a note (comment) is straightforward. You can do it using different methods based on your preference.
Here are the ways to add a comment, incorporating the steps from the reference:
- Select Text: First, select the specific text in your Google Doc that you want your note or comment to be associated with.
- Add a Comment: Choose one of the following methods to initiate the comment box:
- Click the Comment button in the toolbar. This button often looks like a speech bubble.
- Go to the Insert menu at the top and select Comment.
- Use the keyboard shortcut:
- Ctrl + Alt + M (on a Windows or Chrome OS computer)
- Cmd + Option + M (on a Mac computer)
- Type Your Note: A comment box will appear to the right of your document window, linked to the text you selected. Type your note, feedback, or question into this box.
- Submit: Click the Comment button within the comment box to save your note.
Your note will now appear alongside the document text, visible to anyone with whom the document is shared (depending on their permissions).
Quick Reference Table: Adding Notes (Comments)
| Method | How to Use It | Quick Action |
|---|---|---|
| Toolbar Button | Select text, then click the comment icon (speech bubble) in the toolbar. | Click icon |
| Insert Menu | Select text, go to Insert > Comment. |
Click menu option |
| Keyboard Shortcut | Select text, then press the specified key combination. | Press Ctrl+Alt+M (Windows) or Cmd+Option+M (Mac) |
Adding notes via comments is essential for collaboration, providing feedback, or simply marking sections for future reference.
