A Guide to Changing Background Color in Google Docs

Customize your Google Docs documents with several options, including background color. Changing the backdrop color can help your content stand out and provide color to your paper or presentation. This comprehensive blog post will give you the step-by-step process of changing the background color in Google Docs to customize your papers.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Access Google Docs: Open your web browser and navigate to Google Docs. Sign in to your Google account if you’re not already logged in.

2. Open or Create a Document: Choose whether to open an existing document or create a new one by clicking on “Blank” or selecting a template from the template gallery.

3. Select Background Color: Click on “File” in the menu bar, then hover over “Page setup” and select “Page color” from the drop-down menu.

4. Choose a Color: A color palette will appear, allowing you to choose from a range of predefined colors. Click on the color you want to use as the background for your document.

5. Customize Color (Optional): If you don’t find the color you want in the predefined palette, click on “Custom” to create a custom color using the color picker. Adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness sliders until you achieve your desired color.

6. Apply Background Color: Once you’ve selected your desired background color, click “Apply” to apply it to your document. The background color will instantly change, giving your document a fresh new look.

Additional Tips and Tricks:

1. Remove Background Color: If you want to remove the background color and revert to the default white background, simply follow the same steps outlined above and select the white color from the palette.

2. Apply Different Background Colors to Sections: You can apply different background colors to specific sections of your document by inserting a “Drawing” shape (such as a rectangle) and filling it with the desired color. Arrange the shape behind the text or images to create a colored background for that section.

3. Use Background Color in Presentations: If you’re creating a presentation in Google Slides, you can also change the background color of slides using a similar process. Click on “Slide” in the menu bar, then select “Change background” to choose a background color for your slide.

Conclusion:

Customizing Google Docs’ background color is a simple but effective technique to make them seem good. Following these step-by-step instructions, you can simply colorize and improve your documents. Try different colors and combinations to make documents that stand out and engage readers.

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about changing background color in Google Docs:

1. Can I change the background color of an existing document?

Yes, you can change the background color of an existing document in Google Docs. Simply follow the steps outlined in the blog post to access the Page Color option and choose a new background color for your document.

2. Will changing the background color affect the text and formatting of my document?

No, changing the background color will not affect the text or formatting of your document. The background color will be applied behind the text and other content, allowing your document’s content to remain unchanged.

3. Can I use images as background instead of solid colors?

Currently, Google Docs does not support adding images as background directly. However, you can use the “Drawing” tool to insert an image and arrange it as a background manually.

4. Will the background color be visible when I print the document?

Yes, the background color will be visible when you print the document. However, keep in mind that printing in color may use more ink, so consider this when choosing a background color, especially for documents intended for printing.

5. Can I change the background color of specific sections within the document?

While Google Docs doesn’t have a built-in feature to change background color for specific sections, you can achieve this by using shapes from the Drawing tool and filling them with the desired color. Then, position the shapes behind the text or images to create colored sections.

6. Does changing the background color affect the document’s readability?

It depends on the chosen background color and the text color. Ensure that there’s enough contrast between the background and text colors to maintain readability. Avoid using overly bright or saturated colors that may strain the eyes.

7. Is changing the background color reversible?

Yes, changing the background color in Google Docs is reversible. You can always revert to the default white background color by following the same steps and selecting the white color from the palette.