How to Make a Flyer in Google Docs

Google Docs is a free online document creation tool that allows you to make professional looking flyers right within your browser. With plenty of templates, easy to use editing tools, and the ability to share and print your flyers with a click of a button, Google Docs makes flyer creation simple.

Choose a Template

Google Docs offers various flyer templates to choose from to give you a starting point and layout for your flyer design.

To select a template:

1. Open Google Docs and click File > New > From template
2. In the template gallery, search for “flyers”
3. Browse through the various flyer options and select one you like
4. Click Use template to open it and start customizing

The template will open with sample text and images. You can now edit it to suit your needs.

Customize the Content

To edit and add text:

• Double click anywhere in the document to start typing
• Highlight sample text to replace it
• Use the editing tools in the toolbar like fonts, sizes, alignment, etc
• Add headings, bullets, bold, italics to organize information
• Insert images, shapes, icons, charts, and tables if desired

Tips for writing effective flyer content:

• Keep sentences and paragraphs short
• Use bullet points and lists for easy scanning
• Emphasize important details with bold or colored text
• Include contact information prominently
• Use catchy headings and titles to capture attention

Enhance the Design

Google Docs makes it easy to apply custom formatting to enhance your flyer design:

Change Page Setup

• Go to File > Page setup to change page size, orientation (portrait or landscape), margins, etc. Most flyers work best with a landscape orientation.

Modify Layout

• Use columns to organize sections side-by-side
• Add page or section breaks to divide content
• Align text left, right, or centered

Apply Colors and Themes

• Select a complementary color theme from the toolbar
• Customize colors for text, background, and other elements

Insert Graphics

• Upload your logo or other images
• Search for free images within Docs using the Image menu
• Use icons, shapes, charts, SmartArt, and illustrations

Pick the Right Fonts

• Limit to 2 complementary fonts for best results
• Use large, bold fonts for headlines
• Make body text easy to read from a distance

Add Finishing Touches

Before printing or sharing your flyer online, apply some finishing touches:

• Spell check and thoroughly proofread
• Show a draft to others for feedback
• Print a test page to check alignment, image quality, etc
• Enable sharing settings from the Share menu if posting online
• Add your branding colors, fonts, and logo for consistency

Print or Export Your Flyer

To print:

• Go to File > Print and select your printer, page range, copies, etc.

To export/download:

• Click File > Download and choose PDF or image format
• Select appropriate print resolution and size
• Enable accessibility features if needed