To make a newsletter in Google Docs, go to docs.google.com, click Template gallery at the top right, and pick one of the newsletter templates. A new copy opens with sample headings, columns, and photos. Replace the sample text and images with your own, then share it, print it, or download it as a PDF.
How to Create a Newsletter From a Google Docs Template
These steps come from Google’s help page on using templates.
- Go to docs.google.com on a computer.
- Click Template gallery at the top right.
- Scroll to find a newsletter template and click it. A new document opens.
- Click Untitled document at the top left and give it a name.
- Click the sample title and text, and type your own.
- To swap a photo, click it, then click Replace image in the toolbar or right-click it and choose Replace image.
Tips for a Better Newsletter
- Keep it to one or two pages so people read the whole thing.
- Use the template’s heading styles so the layout stays even.
- Use columns for short stories: Format > Columns.
- Add links to sign-up forms or your website with Insert > Link.
How to Send Your Newsletter
- Print: print it from Chrome with File > Print.
- PDF: save it as a PDF and attach it to an email.
- Link: click Share, set General access to Anyone with the link as a Viewer, and send the link.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why don’t I see the Template gallery?
Templates can be hidden. Open the Docs Menu > Settings and turn on Display recent templates on home screens.
Can I reuse my newsletter layout every month?
Yes. Make a copy with File > Make a copy each month, then update the stories.
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