Google Docs
Word processing similar to Microsoft Word
Sharing Settings
Lists who can makes changes or only view the document; sharing privileges can be changed here
Owners
Can create, edit, and delete documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and drawings, and invite others to edit or view the files
Shared With Me
Folder which allows you to see all the files other people have given you access to, but not files you have created
Share a file or folder
Allow other people to view or edit a file or contents of a folder
Share Setting: Can Edit
When the person you shared with can change the document
Share Setting: Private
When you are the only person able to see the document
Share Setting: Can View
When the person you shared with can only see what you created but cannot change it
Collaborate
To work together
Add to Drive
Creates a link back to the actual file (or folder) that has been shared, so that it is always the most up to date version.
People lose access.
If a file in a shared folder is moved or deleted.
Copy shared file.
Copied file will not be updated.
Ownership
Can be transferred.
Add to drive is a great feature because...
Allows for organization of the shared files and folders within your MyDrive.