Google Docs is a powerful cloud-based service that makes collaborative editing a breeze. However, sometimes you may find that your document has been completely altered, and you need to look through the previous versions and edits. Fortunately, Google Docs makes it super simple to do so if you know where to look. In this post, we will teach you how to change edit history on Google Docs.
To get started, head to docs.google.com and sign in to your Google account if you haven’t already done so. Once the page loads, open the Google Doc that you want to view the edit history of. At the top of the page next to “Help,” you will see a line informing you when your document was last edited. Simply click on it to see your document’s entire edit history.
You will be able to view all the latest edits made up to the last saved version of your document. The total number of edits will be shown at the top right corner, and you can go through them individually by clicking on the arrows next to it. If you need a previous version of your document, find the version that you need and click on the triple dotted icon that appears on the menu entry.
From here, you have a few options. You can restore your selected version of the document by selecting “Restore this version.” This will restore your selected version and move it to the top of the version history menu. If you need an independent copy separate from the current version, select “Make a copy.” You will then be prompted to name the file and select where to save it. Choose whether you want to share your copy with the same people the original was shared with, then click “OK.”
If you just need a mark when your selected version was created or heavily edited, select “Name this version.” This will allow you to easily identify the version you need.
In conclusion, the edit history feature on Google Docs is a lifesaver when it comes to collaborative editing. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily view and change the edit history of your Google Docs. No more panicking when you find that your document has been altered beyond recognition!