Writers are a nervous bunch who prefer to have all the information about their written documents available while they work. Even the minimalist types want at least the option to display the word count, either on the screen or not too far away.
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But every now and then, we all have to put on our writing hats and plow through reports, documents, academic papers, creative essays, and the like. Most written documents have a word limit, whether it’s explicitly stated or not, and knowing how long or short your paper is can give you an idea of what it needs.
With Google Docs, it’s now easier than ever to check the word count in your document. While Google Docs’ built-in tools haven’t always provided the best writing experience, recent updates have fixed the bugs and streamlined the process, making it the best alternative to Microsoft Word.
Here's how to find the word count for the entire document and for a specific section on different platforms.
