How to check word count Google Docs | Scribe

    How to check word count Google Docs

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    • 43 seconds
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    Start by opening your document in Google Docs.
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    Click "Tools" from the toolbar across the top of your window.
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    Select Word count from the drop-down.
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    Your word count will be displayed here. You can also check the box so that you can see your word count as you are typing.
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    Click "OK" when you are done.
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    You can also highlight a section of text if you only want to view the word count for that specific portion of text.
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    Locate the Word count option the same as before.
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    You'll see the word count only for your highlighted portion of text.
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    Alternatively, you can view your word count using a keyboard shortcut to save time.
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    Press [[cmd]] + [[shift]] + [[c]] and the word count dialog window should open.
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    Click "OK" when you are done.