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  • Google docks comes with many features built in, but sometimes you want a specific tool that just isn't there.

  • When this happens, you might want to try installing an add on like the name implies and add on literally adds features on to Google docks.

  • To get started, goto add ons, then get add ons.

  • As you can see, there are a lot of options available that help with the whole host of different tasks.

  • If you know what you're looking for, you can enter a keyword into the search bar at the top of the page.

  • The first one here has good reviews, so I'll click to Seymour.

  • It's important to understand that atoms are made by third party content creators.

  • Google does not make and is not responsible for the performance or security of add ons.

  • That's why it's important for you to research and add on before installing it.

  • You can find the add ons publisher just below the title.

  • In the top right corner, you can see a rating and the total number of users who have downloaded it.

  • You probably want to stay away from add onto with few users or low ratings farther down the page.

  • There's an overview, which is followed by user reviews.

  • Reading reviews is a good way to get a sense of how well the add on works when you are ready to install the add on, scroll back to the top of the page and click.

  • Install a pop up appears with links to the terms of service and privacy policy, which outline how they add on will use your information.

  • When you're ready, click.

  • Continue.

  • Add ons are not installed onto your computer.

  • Instead, they're installed onto your Google account, so you'll have to choose which account you want to use.

  • After choosing your account, you'll be asked to grant the add on different permissions.

  • Most add ons will need to be able to view and manage your documents in order to function.

  • You should ask yourself, Do you feel comfortable letting this ad on Reid and edit your documents?

  • Is the creator trustworthy?

  • Is the add on secure?

  • You should be extra cautious if your Google account contained sensitive information.

  • If you trust the add on that you are installing, go ahead and click.

  • Allow another Papa may appear that shows you how to use the add on.

  • When you're ready, you can click next.

  • Some add ons will ask you to create an account or subscribe to a paid plan.

  • In this instance, I'm just going to click done and then close out of the marketplace to use the add on.

  • Go back to the add ons, drop down, hover over it and click Start this particular ad on works by opening a new window full of icons that I can add to my document.

  • I think this flyer needs some fireworks.

  • I like this first one, but let's try it and read I'll click insert and voila!

  • The firework image appears in my document.

  • If I were to share this document with another user, they will be able to see which add ons are being used by clicking the add ons drop down.

  • However, this new user must install the add on for themselves before they will be able to use it.

  • At any point, you can remove add ons from your Google account, but going back to the add ons drop down and choosing manage.

Google docks comes with many features built in, but sometimes you want a specific tool that just isn't there.

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