How to Download Documents from Google Docs

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Google Documents can be a convenient way to store documents online by using the provided Cloud services, however, if you keep your internet connection for a long time, Google Docs will suck up a lot of data. So, is there a way to edit a Google Document with high-cost Wi-FI or data use? Fortunately, Google Docs provides users with an offline use feature to help users reduce daily Internet usage and save money.

A solid Internet connection is needed before downloading your online documents from Google Docs.

How to Download Documents from Google Docs on PC

Method 1: Google Docs ‘Download’ Option

Step 1: Open any browser on the desktop. Access Google Docs' official website and log in to your Google Docs account.

Step 2: Choose the target document you want to download for offline use.

Step 3: Go to File > Download. Select the file format you want to save and click on it.

Method 2: Google Docs 'Availability Offline' Option

If you want to sync your Google Docs for offline editing, downloading a document to the local PC may not be a good option. Instead, you should find another way out. And the 'Availability Offline' option can solve your problem.

Step 1: Log in to your account of Google Docs.

Step 2: Select your preferred document to edit offline.

Step 3: Click on the three-dot button to toggle on the 'Available offline' option.

Step 4: If you've not installed the Google Docs Offline extension tool before, you need to install it first.

Step 5: After successfully adding the extension needed to your Google Chrome browser, you can go back to click the 'Availability Offline' option again. When it's done, a checkmark will appear under the title of the document.

Tip: Make sure your internet connect is stable when you use the 'Availability Offline' feature on Google Docs app.

How to Download Documents from Google Docs on Android

The way to download Documents from Google Docs on your Android phone or tablet is just the same as how you download them on your computer.

Step 1: Still, launch Google Docs on your phone. Log in to Google Docs using your email address or phone number.

Step 2: Then, you will get to the Google Docs home page. Choose a document from your recent documents and open it.

Step 3: Click on the 'File' tab and choose 'Download.' There are various file formats you can choose, such as pdf., docx., text., html., etc.

How to Download Documents from Google Docs on iOS

It's also very easy to download documents from Google Docs on iOS. We'll show you two ways to edit documents offline on an iOS device. Just follow the steps given below:

Method 1: Google Docs 'Send a copy' Option

Step 1: First, log into your Google Docs account on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2: Then, open the document you want to download on your phone.

Step 3: Next, tap the three-dot icon next to the file's title. Choose 'Send a copy'.

Step 4: Tap 'Save to files' to save the document in your preferred format in the target file. For example, if you want to save it as a Word document, just tap on 'word. '

Method 2: Google Docs 'Availability Offline' Option

Step 1: Enter your Google Docs user name/email address and password to log in to your Google Docs account.

Step 2: Tap the three-dot icon on the right of the file for offline use.

Step 3: In the pop-up menu, choose the 'Availability Offline' option and that's it.