Copying text is a useful skill that can help you duplicate and reuse content in your work. There are different ways to copy text, depending on your needs, preferences, device, and platform. Here are some of the most common methods:
For this guide, we will be using Documents, but the same steps can be applied to Sheets & slides.
Copy text on Windows
Using keyboard shortcuts - Select the text you want to copy by clicking and dragging your mouse over it, and then press Ctrl + C to copy it to the clipboard. You can then place your cursor where you want to paste the copied text and press Ctrl + V.
Using the mouse - Select the text you want to copy by clicking and dragging your mouse over it, and then right-click the text and select Copy from the menu. You can then right-click where you want to paste the copied text and select Paste.
Using the ribbon - Select the text you want to copy by clicking and dragging your mouse over it, and then click Edit on the top ribbon. You can then click where you want to paste the copied text and select Paste from the same location.
Copy text on Android
1. Open the Documents app on your device and open the file you want to edit.
2. Tap and hold your finger on the text you want to copy. This will bring up a context menu with a few options, including Copy. The highlighted text will also have handles you can drag to select more text. Once you have the text selected, tap Copy. You can also tap the Copy icon at the top ribbon.
3. To paste the copied text, tap and hold your finger where you want to insert it. A context menu will appear with the option to Paste. Tap Paste to insert the copied text.
Copy text on iOS
1. Open the Documents app on your device and open the file you want to edit.
2. Tap and hold your finger on the text you want to copy. This will bring up a context menu with a few options, including Copy. The highlighted text will also have handles you can drag to select more text. Once you have the text selected, tap Copy. You can also tap the Copy icon at the top ribbon.
3. To paste the copied text, tap and hold your finger where you want to insert it. A context menu will appear with the option to Paste. Tap Paste to insert the copied text.
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