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How to Make Columns in Google Docs

Yes, after selecting the text go to:

Format” > “Columns” > Select One, Two or Three Columns.

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And now you’ll have two columns in Google Docs.

Like this:

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Or three like this:

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Done. 🫡

@Author

That was easy. 🙏

Do we have any customization options?

@Reader

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A couple.

How To Format Columns In Google Docs

Go to the same place as before (Format > Columns).

But this time click on “More Options“.

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The options are very limited here.

You can change the spacing between the columns or add a line between them.

As for the text itself, editing remains the same as in a single-column setup – make changes as needed.

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How To Delete Columns In Google Docs (Remove Column Format)

Deleting a page is not the same as deleting a page in Google Docs.

Just change it back to one column and the formatting will be gone.

Like this …

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Now we’re back to normal.

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@Author

Alrighty …

Can we do this using a Table?

@Reader

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Why not?

How To Make Columns In Google Docs Using Table

Go to Insert” > “Table“.

And select (2 X 1) for example …

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Now just add the content in each cell.

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@Author

What about the table lines?

@Reader

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To remove them go to Format” > “Table” > “Table Properties“.

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On the sidebar go toColor“.

And change the line width to0 ptunder “Table border”.

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Go back to the page, and you’ll see the same result.

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There you go …

@Author

Bonus Tips

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Use the ”Column” Feature for Simple Layouts

If you just need a simple two-column or three-column layout, use the “Columns” feature in the “Format” tab.

Use Tables for More Complex Layouts

Tables give you more control over the layout and allow you to merge cells, add borders, and more.

Section Break Feature to Separate Columns

If you want to separate columns with a section break, use the “Section break” feature. This allows you to start a new section with a different column layout, without affecting the rest of the document.

Summary

I hope you were able to get the issue resolved. Now you know how to make column in Google Docs. And how to remove it to restore the original formatting.

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