How to transfer Word online doc to google docs

The best thing about Microsoft Word online is that it is easy to use and at the same time compatible with Google docs. In this tutorial article, we will take you through How to transfer Word online doc to google docs.

To transfer Word online document to google docs you will need to start by downloading the file. Upload the file to Google Drive. Now right-click on the document and select the Open With option. You can then choose Google Docs from the list.

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Can I convert my existing docs into Google Docs?

Yes, it is possible to convert existing Word online documents into google docs. Here are the steps you can follow.

Open the Microsoft word online document you would like to convert. This can be done by logging in to the office online or one drive website.
Click on File for an extended menu

How to transfer Word online doc to google docs

You will need to save a copy of the document on your computer, for this click on and select Save as.
To save files on the computer, you can choose the Save as, option or Download a copy. Both the options allow you to download .doc files that can be converted to Google Docs.

After saving the file to your computer here are the steps you can follow to convert it into Google Docs.

Open Google drive by logging in using your Gmail account.

Click on new under the Drice logo on the left of the screen.

You will have a drop-down menu
Click on and select File upload.
You will now have a popup window with files from your computer. Click on the folder and the file that you would like to add.
Click on open to start uploading the file.

Another way to upload a file is by dragging it from the folder and dropping it into the Google Drive Folder.

After adding the document to the drive folder you can easily convert it into google docs. Here is how to do it.

Start by locating the document you just added to the drive

Right-click on the document and select Open With
From the intended menu click on and select Google Docs.
Your file will now open as a Google Document.

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How to transfer Word online doc to google docs on Mac?

To transfer Word online documents to Google docs on Mac you will need to follow these steps.

Login to Office online and access the files created using Word online.
Download the Documents and save them on your computer.
You can also download the One drive application and access the documents created using Word online.

After a local copy of the document is created you can easily transfer it to google docs. Start by logging in to One Drive.

On the right side of the page under the Drive logo, you will see a + with New on it
Click on this button

From the dropdown menu click on and select File Upload.
You will now see all the files on your computer in a pop-up window.
Click on the folder that you would like to search in and the document that you would like to convert.
Click on Open to upload the document to drive.

Alternatively, to upload documents to the drive you can open the drive folder, and while it’s open in the background open the source folder. Now, all you need to do is drag and drop the document into Drive. The uploading process will start immediately.

After the document appears in the Drive folder you can choose to covert or transfer it to Google Docs. Here is how it’s done.

Search for the document by searching the name in the search bar.
Right-click on the document
Choose Open With
From the extended menu choose Google Docs.

Your Word online document will now be converted into a google doc. It can be edited and shared using google docs.

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How to convert Word Docs to Google Docs on Windows?

While working on Word documents online on Windows systems you can easily convert Word docs to google docs. Here is how it’s done

Login to Office online and click on Word online to see the document created.
You can also log in to or download one drive and access all the documents saved on the drive.
Click on the document that needs to be converted.
Either you right-click on the document and click on Save as or open the document, go to the File tab and select save as.
Save the file as a .doc file on your computer.

The file saved on the windows system can be converted into a google doc using the following steps.

Login to one drive from your browser
Open the home page

Click on New under the Drive logo on the extreme left of your screen
You will now have a drop-down menu

Click on and select File upload
You will then have a pop-up menu will all the files on your computer.
Search for the file you need to add by typing its name in the search bar.
Click on open to start uploading the file.

Another way to upload a document is by dragging and dropping it into drive. Uploading will start as soon as the document is released into the folder.

Here is how to convert a document after it’s uploaded.

Start by searching the document
Right-click on the document
Click on Open with
Select Google Docs.

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How do I open a Word doc in Google Docs on Android?

Here are the steps you can follow to open a Word online document file using Google Docs.

Download the Word application for Android and log in using your office online credentials
Download Google Drive and log in using your Google account.
Go to the Word application and open the document that needs to be converted.
Enable editing

Tap on and select the sharing option

From the options available select Share as an attachment.

Select Word Document or you won’t be able to make changes to the document if you select PDF.
You will now have a list of all the applications you can use to share the document. Tap on and select Drive.
You can now add a message or just select send.

After uploading the document to Drive you will be able to access it from the drive application. as a default setting the document will open in Google docs. If not tap on open with and select Google Docs.

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How to transfer Word online doc to google docs on iOS?

Here are the steps you can follow to open a Word online document file using Google Docs on an iOS device.

Download the Word application as well as the Google Drive application from the app store. Login to both these accounts.
Open word and select the document that needs to be converted.
Enable editing when you open it
Tap on and select the sharing option
Select Share as an attachment
Select Word Document instead of PDF
You will now have a list of all the applications you can use to share the document. Tap on and select Drive
You can now add a message or just select send.

Once uploaded the document can be opened from the drive. Open the drive application and go to the document. Select open with google docs.

In conclusion

Converting word online documents to google docs is simple all you need to do is download the document and upload it to drive. By doing this you will have more flexibility when it comes to editing and sharing the document. This article took you through How to convert Word online documents to google docs on WOrd online and also on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.

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My name is Carissa Gudino and I am an expert in word online, using Word Online in my day-to-day tasks. In this blog, I will share with you tips and tutorials on how to use word online to its fullest potential. I work for various clients in various countries like the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, etc. My tutorials are designed to help beginners, as well as more experienced users, learn new tricks and tips on Microsoft word online. Check out more.