How To Create a Calendar In Google Docs

Creating blank document>Setting up the layout > Adding dates and month> Personalization

Step 1: Click on the plus (+) Icon

Before starting the project, we have to create a blank document where we will be making the calendar. To create the blank document, first, go to Google Docs all the available backgrounds will be opened. Select the blank document there.

Step 2: Go to the Insert tab and Select the Table

After opening the blank document. Our second step is to create the table for our calendar. To create a table of 7*7 blocks go to Insert then click on the Table and select 7 rows and 7 columns.

After selecting the number of columns and rows a table will be formed in the blank document. where you can adjust the size of each row and column separately. You can also later add rows and columns by right-clicking on the cell.

Step 3: Choose a row and right-click on it, then opt for the “Merge Row” option.

Inside the table, we will merge the first row to write the name of the month and year. To merge the first row we will select the whole row and right-click on that row. Then we will click on “merge cell” to merge the first row.

Step 4: Adding dates and months to the calendar

Click on the cell where you want to add the date and simultaneously add all the dates in the calendar. To align the dates in the calendar in the center you can select the table can click on align then to center align.

Step 5: Adding background color to the cell

First, select the cell where you want to add the color then go to “background-color” and select the color of your background. To add color to holidays, do the same steps.

Step 6: Preview the Calender

Creating a calendar in Google Docs is a practical skill that can help you organize your schedule, plan events, and keep track of important dates—all within a familiar platform. Google Docs provides a flexible and accessible way to design personalized calendars without the need for specialized software.

Here, we will walk you through the process of making a calendar in Google Docs, from setting up your layout to customizing it to suit your needs.