Easy Tech TutsHow to Scribble on Google Docs Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Sometimes a quick freehand sketch communicates faster than typed text. This guide covers using Google Docs' built-in drawing canvas and its scribble tool to draw directly inside your document with a mouse, trackpad, or stylus.
01Open the drawing canvas
Click Insert, hover over Drawing, and select New to launch the interactive drawing studio.
02Choose the Scribble tool
Click the line dropdown in the toolbar and select Scribble to switch into freehand drawing mode.
03Draw your sketch
Click and drag your cursor or stylus across the canvas to create your freehand artwork or diagram.
04Customize stroke color and thickness
Use the border color and weight icons next to the scribble tool to adjust how your drawing looks.
05Insert and align the drawing
Click 'Save and Close' to place the sketch into your document, then set text wrapping to align it with nearby content.
Frequently asked questions
Can I edit a scribble after saving it?
Yes, double-click the inserted drawing to reopen the canvas and make further edits.
Is a stylus required to scribble on Google Docs?
No, a mouse or trackpad works fine, though a stylus or touchscreen gives smoother results.
Can I layer scribbles over an inserted image?
Yes, you can add an image to the same drawing canvas and scribble directly on top of it.
Will the drawing print clearly?
Since drawings are vector-based, they print and export cleanly at most sizes.
Watch the full walkthrough
The same steps, demonstrated on screen from start to finish.
