How to Get an Em Dash in Google Docs

Preview of Steps

To create an em dash in Google Docs,

• Open your document in Google Docs.
• Navigate to the “Insert” menu.
• Select “Special characters.”
• Search for the em dash.
• Insert the em dash into your document.
• Optionally, use a keyboard shortcut for quicker insertion.

Step 1: Open a ‘Blank Document’ in Google Docs

Readers or users need to open their desired or Blank document in Google Docs.

Step 2: Look for the ‘Insert’ Menu in Toolbar

After opening a blank document, locate and click on the “Insert” menu at the top of the Google Docs window or toolbar.

Step 3: Select ‘Special Characters’ in ‘Insert’ Menu Option

In the ‘Insert’ menu of the toolbar, select the “Special characters” option in the dropdown menu. This particular option will allow you to insert various special characters, including the em dash.

Step 4: Search for the ‘Em Dash’ in ‘Special Characters’

Type “em dash” or “— (em dash)” into the search bar of the “Special characters” window. This will filter the available characters to display the em dash.

Step 5: Insert the ‘Em Dash’

Click on the em dash character once it appears in the search results. This action will insert the em dash directly into their document at the cursor’s location.

Alternative Method: Use the Keyboard Shortcut

An alternative method for inserting an em dash is by pressing the “Ctrl + Alt + -” keys simultaneously on Windows or “Option + Shift + -” on macOS.

Step 6: Confirm the Em Dash

Encourage readers to confirm that the em dash has been inserted correctly in their document.

The Em Dash (—) is a versatile punctuation mark used in writing to create emphasis or indicate a break in thought. It’s longer than a hyphen (-) and an en dash (–) and can add a professional touch to your documents. But how do you insert an Em Dash in Google Docs, you ask? Well, it’s simpler than you might think!

Stay tuned as we unravel the mystery of the elusive Em Dash and learn how to effortlessly insert it into your Google Docs. Whether you’re crafting an intricate novel, drafting a business report, or simply jotting down your thoughts, mastering the Em Dash can take your writing to the next level. Let’s get started!