How to add a degree symbol in a Google Doc

Despite the ease of typing on Google Docs, many users become frustrated by simple things such as adding a degree symbol or a copyright symbol. This is due to the fact that there is no straightforward way to type these characters. Nevertheless, it's a simple task. Here are the easy steps you can follow to complete this task:

Steps on how to add a degree symbol in a Google Doc

Step 1: On Google Docs, open a new document or an existing document to which you wish to add a degree symbol.

Step 2: Place the cursor where you wish to insert the degree symbol

Click "Insert" at the top of your document to begin

Step 3: Choose "special characters" from the "insert" submenu

An inserting character window will appear on your screen. You can search and draw any special character you like from this window.

Step 4: Search for the degree symbol now.

Step 5:  Click on the degree symbol now.

You will automatically see the symbol in your document.

Conclusion

You have learned how to add the degree symbol to a Google Doc project. You can still apply the same steps to add other special characters, including Greek letters and copyright symbols.