How to Look at Word Count on Google Docs
Checking yourGoogle Docsword count is simple.
you’ve got the option to do it in a couple of ways.
Check Word Count Using a Shortcut
In macOS, pressCommand+Shift+C.
In Windows, pressCtrl+Shift+Cto initiate the Word count window that contains the information.
Unfortunately, Google Docs doesn’t provide such functionality, so users have to download a web client add-on.
How to Download a online window Word Count Add-On
At the top of the page, selectAdd-ons.
In the drop-down menu, selectGet add-ons.
In the search field, typeWord count.
Scroll down in the results toBetter Word Countand select+ Freeto download the add-on.
Choose anaccountto link to the Better Word Count app.
SelectAllowto grant the necessary permissions to the app.
At the top of the page, selectAdd-ons
In the drop-down menu, selectBetter Word Count.
This process brings up a sidebar that shows users the word count as they continue to key in.
How to Explain Differing Word Counts
Checking Google Docs' word count is simple enough.
As such, users may find they receive a higher word count from Google’s app.
