1. Upload your Document

To get started with adding an electronic signature in Google Docs, head over to your Sign.Plus dashboard. In the Sign area, look for the option to upload or drag and drop your Google Docs file. If you have several documents to sign, you can reorder them to determine the sequence in which they appear. This setup offers a straightforward way to understand how to sign a Google Doc effortlessly.

2. Select “Request Signature”

After uploading the Google Docs file, you’ll see a prompt to Request Signature. Clicking this speeds up the signing process, giving you an easy path to insert a signature in Google Docs for you or other parties.

3. Provide Signer Details and Click “Next”

In the Add Recipients section, fill in each signer’s name and email address. You can also set the order in which each recipient will receive the Google Doc—handy for multi-step approvals.

• Add Recipient: Input each signer’s name and email address. These individuals will need to add electronic signatures to Word files or simply acknowledge receipt.

• Add Signing Step: Define the order in which each signer will get the document. 

• When finished, hit Next.

4. Add Signature Field

Within the Add Fields area, pick which recipient is responsible for signing and place the appropriate signature field in the doc. If you need initial boxes, date fields, or text fields, simply drag and drop them where they’re needed. You can also switch signers for any field by selecting the field and choosing a different recipient in the editor.

• Under Recipient, use the dropdown to pick the correct individual who must sign your Word.

• Under Add Fields, place a signature, initials, date fields, checkboxes, or text fields onto the document.

• If you need to modify who will sign a particular field, simply click that field and pick a different signer in the right-hand editor.

5. Personalize your Signature Request

Hit Next to enter the Review phase. Here, you can customize how the Google Doc eSignature request will look and feel:

• Email Subject

• Email Message

• Document Name

• Reminders

• Document Expiry

Finalize your preferences, then click Send. Your signers will receive email or push notifications so they can sign in Google Docs without delay.

6. Finalize Signatures & Monitor Status

Curious about who has completed or opened your Google Doc? In the Documents section of your Sign.Plus dashboard, find the relevant file and select Status. This gives you a clear overview of who has signed and who still needs to take action. It’s an effective way to stay informed and easily manage your signed Google Docs.