Easy Tech TutsHow to Copy Comments in Google Docs Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Standard copy and paste only captures text, stripping out valuable feedback and comment threads. This guide shows how to use Google Docs' built-in file duplication feature to create a copy that preserves every comment alongside the text.
01Open the File menu
With your document open, click File in the top left to access the document management options.
02Select Make a Copy
Choose 'Make a Copy' from the dropdown to open the duplication dialog.
03Name your new file
Type a name for the cloned document and choose which Google Drive folder it should live in.
04Check 'Copy comments and suggestions'
Make sure this box is checked so your team's notes and feedback are carried over into the new file.
05Create the copy and verify
Click 'Make a Copy', wait for the redirect, and check the right margin of the new document to confirm the comments appear.
Frequently asked questions
Do resolved comments get copied too?
Resolved comments are generally excluded, since Google treats them as closed threads.
Will the original commenter's name still show up?
Yes, attribution tags typically carry over so you can still see who made each comment.
Can I copy comments using a shared link instead?
Yes, appending a specific parameter to a document's copy link can also force comments to transfer.
Does this work for Google Sheets and Slides too?
Yes, the same 'Copy comments and suggestions' option appears when duplicating Sheets and Slides files.
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