What is Google G Suite?

Google G Suite is a collection of different applications created by Google that allow you to store and share files, create documents and presentations, communicate with others, and a number of other tools. To use G Suite, the first step is to make sure you use Google Chrome as your web browser. Other browsers can work, but Chrome typically works best. If your computer does not have Chrome installed, click here to download and install it.

Once installed, you can access the different G Suite applications by opening Chrome, going to https://www.google.com and clicking on the Google Apps icon in the upper-right corner.

Why Use Google G Suite?

There are three major benefits of using Google G Suite.

Google Drive allows you to access your files on any device. Whether you are on your home computer, your smart phone, in a computer lab, or some other device, you can access your files by simply logging into your G Suite account.
Any work you create in Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides is automatically saved as you do it. If your device loses power or has a problem, you never need to worry about losing your work.
You can share files with other people and allow others to work on files along with you. Rather than emailing attachments back and forth, by simply giving someone access to your file or giving them a shareable link, multiple people can work on the same document at the same time.

If you have questions about using G Suite, contact your instructor or contact CVTC's eLearning Specialist.

How Do you Access your CVTC Google G Suite Account?

It is important you know how to access your CVTC G Suite account. If you have a personal Google account, you should still use your CVTC Google G Suite account! CVTC accounts have access to features that personal accounts do not have, and your CVTC account is how your instructor can keep track of the work you have completed. If you have never accessed your CVTC G Suite account, follow the steps below.

Access the G Suite sign-in page by going to: https://account.google.com/
Log in with your CVTC email address. (username@cvtc.edu if you’re faculty/staff or username@student.cvtc.edu if you’re a student)
Enter your CVTC password. If your email and password do not work after several tries, you may need to contact the IT department for assistance.
Note: You may be prompted to verify your account by providing a phone number and receiving a verification number as a text message.
Note: If you are prompted with choosing an organizational or personal account, choose organizational.
Google G Suite is now activated on your CVTC account. From now on, you can access your G Suite account and apps by going to https://www.google.com and signing in with your CVTC email and password.

Remember! You should always use your CVTC Google account for college-related work; a personal Google account will likely run into permission issues and other problems.

Connecting your CVTC Google G Suite Account to Canvas

Once you have accessed your CVTC Google G Suite account, you can connect it to Canvas. The benefit of doing this is it will allow you to access your Google Drive when submitting assignments, and it will also allow you to take part in Collaborations. You can follow the instructions in this tutorial to connect your Google G Suite account to Canvas.