8 Google Docs add-ons you didn’t know existed but will change how you work

Google Docs has become the go-to tool for collaborative writing because it is simple, easy to access, and syncs reliably in the cloud.

But when your documents get complicated, or you’re handling serious academic or admin tasks, that simple interface can start to feel limiting.

To fix this, Google opened its platform to third-party developers using Google Apps Script and the Workspace Marketplace.

With the right add-ons and extensions, you can get the platform to handle a lot more workflows.

Here are eight extensions and how they can help you get the most out of Google Docs for serious work.