I. Intro
You can switch to view mode to prevent editing mistakes, reduce distractions, and simplify the interface, with the option to switch back to edit mode anytime.
- Prevent editing mistakes: You can't make any changes in view mode so you won't have to worry about misclicking.
- Reduce distractions: When other users make changes to the document, their selections and cursors won't be visible in view mode. You also won't see content being collapsed or expanded.
- Simplify the interface: The interface looks cleaner in view mode, with no editing toolbars, buttons, and other components.
II. Steps
Switch to view mode
Open the document. If you have edit permission, click Editing in the upper-right corner of the document and select Viewing. You'll only be able to view and comment on the document in this mode.
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Switch to edit mode
Users with edit permission for the document can switch to edit mode using the following methods:
Method 1: Open the document, click Viewing in the upper-right corner, and select Editing.
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Method 2: Open the document. Select the content that you want to edit in the document and click the Edit icon.
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III. FAQs