Google has announced a new feature that makes it easier for developers to collaborate and share code in its word processor software.
originally in the company’s route map (opens in a new tab)the company explained that users can now paste code into a Google Docs document and then manually apply styles by highlighting syntax, indentation, line breaks, and whitespace.
While this was available early on, it didn’t really entice programmers to Google Workspace, but as more businesses use the platform to manage their productivity tools, the company is now announcing a simpler Formatting options.
Code in Google Docs
Users can now follow insert > building blocks > code block Menu to automatically format highlighted text, or use the ‘@’ shortcut to find code blocks.
It’s also set up to work with markdown, and users will be able to turn on formatting by typing “` followed by return. For example, other markdowns include combinations of asterisks and underscores for italics and bold.
Google says it works with industry standards to help make code more readable to facilitate collaboration office application fail.screenshot at Company website (opens in a new tab) Shows the availability of C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python and the last Unset option.
The rollout of rapid release domains has already begun, with planned release domains set to receive updates in early January 2023. As always, it may take up to 15 days for you to see the update, provided you have an eligible account.
It is available to Google Workspace Business Standard/Plus, Enterprise Standard/Plus, Education Standard/Plus, and Nonprofit account holders, which means that many Essentials-branded Workspace and personal accounts will have to use the manual format, at least for now, This is bad news for hobbyists and programmers who don’t want to pay for unnecessarily high Workspace subscriptions.
