G Suite Add-Ons: Word Cloud Generator

Add-ons can create the 'fun' in functionality in G Suite! Haven't used them yet?  Read on to discover how you can use some of these hidden gems.  If you've every asked the question, 'I wish Google could...,' you might find the answer by exploring add-ons!

What are add-ons?
Add-ons are created by third party developers who work with Google to make their applications accessible within G Suite environment--there are add-ons in Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms,  even Gail.

Where do you find add-ons?  Add-ons are available in the G Suite Market place here:  https://gsuite.google.com/marketplace.  An even simpler way to find them is right from within an application.  Here's where you can explore add-ons in Docs:

So let's dip our toes into the add-on waters and give Word Cloud generator for Docs a try--it's simple to use and appropriate for grades 4 and up.  Here's a short video to get you started. 

Word Cloud Generator can be a huge help for students with vocabulary selection and word overuse in their writing pieces.  It's also a great tool for high school students to use to analyze text or speeches.

Give it a try!
Linda