MORE Secrets to Stunning Research Reports: Google Docs for Genealogy

Devon Noel Lee
7 days ago
2 min read

As genealogists, we know presenting our research isn’t just about sharing facts—it’s about telling a story that draws people in. But if your family history reports are feeling a little… plain, it might be time to unlock one of Google Docs’ best-kept secrets.

We just released a bonus webinar exclusively for our Family History Fanatics YouTube Channel Members, and it’s all about using Google Docs as a powerful storytelling tool. Want a sneak peek?

The Magic of Text Boxes: Make Family Stories Pop

One easy but game-changing tip? Text boxes.

Text boxes help you highlight the most meaningful parts of your family narrative—like a jaw-dropping discovery, a heartfelt letter, or a surprising historical detail—with style. Here's what you can do with them:

Frame important quotes or stories with a clean, attention-grabbing border
Add background and border colors to guide the reader’s eye
Create padding for a polished, professional layout
Design grayscale versions for easy printing

It’s a small touch that adds big impact to your reports.

Want More Google Docs Tips to Enhance Your Genealogy Reports?

In the full webinar—Unlock the Power of Google Docs: A Genealogist’s Secret Weapon for Stunning Research Reports—we go beyond text boxes to show you:

How to set up pages for print-ready reports
Insert and format tables for timelines or family groups
Create diagrams and pedigree charts
Add callouts and annotations to historical records
Design layouts that look like they came from a publishing house

Watch the Full Webinar (and So Much More)

This bonus session is just one of many resources available to Family History Fanatics Channel Members. For just $2.99/month, you’ll unlock access to archived webinars, exclusive how-to content, and behind-the-scenes tools to take your family history work further.

👉 To join, click the "Join" button next to our name on YouTube (or visit our channel here).

We’re ready to help you take your research from basic to beautiful. Come see what Google Docs can do for your family history storytelling!