Google FAQ
Q: How do I access my VCCS email through Gmail?
There are two options for how to access your VCCS email account. The simplest, and preferred, method is to log in to your myGCC account from the Germanna website. Once logged in you will see a Gmail tile. Click on the tile and your browser should automatically open your VCCS Gmail account in a new tab. The alternative method is to open a tab in your preferred browser, navigate to Gmail, and enter your VCCS email address(your myGCC username @email.vccs.edu). This will direct you to the myGCC login portal. Enter your myGCC log-in information and your VCCS email account will be linked with Gmail. This is particularly useful on mobile devices, as you can use the same method to link your VCCS email with the Gmail mobile app. Click the links below for a visual guide regarding the myGCC login option and, further information from Gmail on how to navigate their site.
Q: How do I access my Google Drive?
Log in to your myGCC account from the Germanna website. Once logged in you will see a Google Drive tile. Click on the tile and your browser should automatically open your VCCS Google Drive account in a new tab. Click the link below for a visual guide.
Q: What can I do with the Google Suite/Drive?
The Google Suite allows you to do almost anything you can do with Microsoft Office. Google Drive is your storage location for any work done using products in the Google Suite. Google Drive allows you to create new, or import existing, word documents, spreadsheets, and slideshows. Click the link below to learn more about Google Drive.
Google Drive Training and Help
Google Docs is a word processor similar to Microsoft Word. It can be used to edit, format, share, and collaborate with text documents. Click the link below to learn more about Google Docs.
Google Sheets is a spreadsheet provider similar to Microsoft Excel. It can be used to manage task lists, create project plans, and analyze data using charts and graphs. Click the link below to learn more about Google Sheets.
Google Sheets Training and Help
Google Slides is a presentation provider similar to Microsoft PowerPoint. It can be used to create slideshows for high-quality presentations. Click the link below to learn more about Google Slides.