How to Count Words in Microsoft Word and Google Docs

Learn how to easily count words in Microsoft Word and Google Docs with our quick guide.

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To count words in Microsoft Word, go to the 'Review' tab and click on 'Word Count'. A box will appear showing the number of words, characters, and other statistics. On Google Docs, simply click on 'Tools' and select 'Word count' from the drop-down menu.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I count words in a PDF document? To count words in a PDF, open the document in Adobe Acrobat Reader and select the text. You'll find the word count in the properties or can paste it in a word processor for counting.
  2. Is there a word count tool available online? Yes, there are various online tools where you can paste text and get an immediate word count analysis.
  3. Can I count words in Google Docs while editing? Yes, Google Docs shows the word count in real-time in the bottom left corner as you type, which you can also view by clicking 'Tools' and then 'Word count'.
  4. Does Microsoft Word have a character count feature? Yes, Microsoft Word's word count feature also provides character count, which can be viewed in the Word Count dialog accessed from the 'Review' tab.

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