The answer depends on how you've shared your Google Docs. Here are the possibilities:
Sharing Settings:
- Private: Only you can access the document. No one else can read it.
- Shared with Specific People: You can share the document with specific individuals, giving them permission to view, edit, or comment.
- Public: You can make your document publicly accessible, allowing anyone with the link to view it.
Understanding Your Sharing Options:
- Default: When you create a new Google Doc, it is private by default. Only you can access it.
- Sharing with Others: You can choose to share your document with specific people by selecting "Share" and then entering their email addresses. You can also choose their permission level: viewer, editor, or commenter.
- Making Documents Public: You can choose to make your document public by clicking "Share" and then selecting "Get Shareable Link." This creates a link that anyone can access.
Example: If you want to share a document with your classmates for a collaborative project, you would share it with specific people and give them "editor" permissions.
Practical Insight: Always review your sharing settings to ensure that your Google Docs are accessible to the intended audience and no one else.
