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Philippe Creytens
Consultant | Google Workspace & Chrome OS Enthusiast | Automation Advocate | Helping Businesses Streamline Tech Solutions
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September 30, 2025
Google’s “new” Docs template feature isn’t really new. It’s a half-baked rollout. Here’s why: 👉 Google now lets you create a Doc based on a template, directly from Docs. 👉 Sounds great... until you notice something odd: 👉 Your company’s own templates don’t appear. So you get stuck with Google’s generic, vanilla templates. Invoice, resume, brochure… things no business really needs in 2025. The truth? Most companies don’t want Google’s stock designs. They want their templates: proposals, contracts, onboarding docs. The stuff that runs the business. And guess what? You can only access those by going through the clunky path: Drive → New → Google Docs → From template. Not exactly productivity magic. 💡 My take: Google’s provided templates are a gimmick. Company-created templates are where the real value is. Until those show up natively in Docs, this “new” feature is more hype than help. Do you rely on Google’s templates, or only your own?
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September 30, 2025
Google Sheets vs. Excel: It’s Time to End the Debate If you’re still comparing Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, it’s time to face the facts: Google Sheets has closed the gap, and in some cases, it’s ahead of Excel. For years, Excel was the go-to for complex data analysis and financial modeling. But Google Sheets is no longer just a lightweight alternative. With robust features, real-time collaboration, and seamless integration within Google Workspace, Sheets is highly competitive and excels where Excel struggles. Collaboration Is Key Google Sheets was built for the cloud. Real-time collaboration, shared editing, and commenting are baked in. Whether you’re working with a remote team or need instant feedback, Sheets makes it easy. In today’s work environment, the ability to collaborate without version issues is a game-changer that Excel still can’t match. Simplicity That Works Some argue Excel’s deep feature set makes it superior. But how often do most users actually need that complexity? For most tasks—data analysis, project management—Google Sheets has all you need without the bloat. Plus, with Google Apps Script, you can automate workflows, create custom functions, and build applications within Sheets. Powerful Integrations Google Sheets excels at integrations. Pulling data from Google Analytics, connecting with other Google Workspace tools, or integrating with third-party apps is easy. The automation capabilities through Google Apps Script make Sheets a versatile solution, outpacing Excel’s outdated VBA. Learning Tools to Master Google Sheets on Youtube Ben Collins - A Google Sheets expert who covers data analysis, advanced formulas, dashboards, and Apps Script. Perfect for beginners and advanced users. https://buff.ly/3X7cBoZ Learn Google Sheets A channel covering everything from basic to advanced features, including complex formulas and automation. https://buff.ly/3M7szZZ BetterSheets A niche channel offering creative tips and hacks for getting the most out of Google Sheets. https://buff.ly/3yFAuKU The Takeaway It’s tempting to hold onto the idea that Excel is the superior tool. But Sheets is cloud-native, scalable, and designed for modern workflows. Unless your work requires Excel’s most advanced features, Google Sheets is more than capable—and often better suited—to meet your needs. So, the next time someone tells you Excel is still king, just smile and know that you’re already ahead of the curve. #GoogleSheets #Productivity #Collaboration #Automation #Cloud
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