Google Workspace For Educational Fundamentals The free tier of Google for Education (formerly known as G Suite for Education) is a suite of productivity tools designed for teachers and students. It includes the most-used Google applications including Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms. Google Docs is frequently used to create and share lesson plans and other teaching materials with students. Google Sheets can be used to track student data such as attendance and grades. Lastly, Google Slides is frequently used to share teaching material while Forms can be used to create assessments. As a cloud-based tool, Google for Education...

1. Choose the right electronic signature platform The first tip for creating and using electronic signatures is to choose the right digital platform. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of providers in the market today. However, it is likely that only a few providers will be suitable for your needs. Most importantly, you need to choose a platform that is easy to use, secure, and complies with all relevant regulations in your country. Some of the most popular electronic signature platforms used in the real estate sector include DocuSign and Adobe Sign. These platforms offer a range of features such...

What are PDFs and why are they useful in real estate? PDF stands for Portable Document Format, and was invented by Adobe co-founder John Warnock in 1991. At the time, there was no common file format that could be viewed across various devices running different operating systems. Thanks to the PDF one can capture electronic documents from any application, share electronic versions of those documents, and view and print them from any device. Importantly a PDF always maintains its formatting, ensuring it always looks the same when viewed or printed from any device.  In real estate, PDFs are advantageous because...

Securing Legal Documents Thankfully PDF files have in-built security measures that help keep documents secure. This makes them safer than paper documents. Specifically, one can: Restrict access to a PDF by requiring a password to open the file Stop a user from printing the file Place limits on making changes to the file or copying its contents Let us look at these measures individually.    Requiring a password to open the document Setting a password prevents a user from opening the file, unless they provide the correct password. From DocFly’s interface, first open the PDF file you want to edit....

1. PDF Editors reduce paper While paper made sense historically, digital file formats are a much better way for educators to store and exchange information.  Paper-based systems require storing documents using physical space, as well as organizing them manually. Historically, large organizations such as offices had entire departments (some over entire floors) dedicated to storing, organizing, and retrieving documents. Thankfully, electronic files eliminate this need entirely as they are much easier to store, organize and retrieve. A good PDF editor can help you convert your existing documents into the PDF file format, while also integrating with popular file sharing tools...

Why Create a Static PDF Design Portfolio? Although online portfolios have gained popularity over the last few years, static design portfolios are still one of the most powerful tools you have. A PDF portfolio can hold a recruiter or client's attention longer, has fewer constraints as you don't have to work with code, and allows you to tell a more vivid story than online counterparts. Also, PDF portfolios will save you money (you won't need hosting nor site builders) and time (you can create more iterations faster). Note: you can always create a website to give your potential clients an...

1. Thryv (Online Appointment Scheduler) Would you like to capture more viewing appointments, even after hours? With Thryv online appointment scheduling software, it's easy for clients to book an appointment with your office at any time of the day or night. Because the software integrates with your existing website, visitors can book appointments directly from your site. Once booked, Thryv takes care of sending automatic appointment reminders to clients via text and email. This helps reduce no-shows, while allowing clients to reschedule on the fly.  Additionally, Thryv: Syncs with your existing calendar and your team's calendars. Offers additional functionally to handle...

Curious about how you can use PDFs in your classroom? Here are our tips for PDFs for Teachers.  Classroom organization Easily edit seating charts, class lesson plans, lesson and semester planning checklists, and classroom rules. With DocFly's user-friendly tools, all the tasks you need to complete at the beginning of the semester can be done online and easily shared over email.  Erase and add text to PDF files, merge separate PDF files into one, and sign PDFs - all on your computer, no printer needed.  You can also convert the most popular file types into PDF - so you can...

DocFly for Students - Free PDF Downloads & Tips We've talked a lot about the paperless office and why a lot of industries are moving in that direction - paper is expensive, causes an unnecessary strain on the environment, adds clutter to our desks and can be challenging to search through when you're looking for information.   PDF, on the other hand, is a user-friendly, easy to manage, simple to search file format used by web denizens around the globe. It's a digital standard, so sharing PDF files is simple because they can be opened and read on nearly every operating...

In today's post, we'll take a look at exactly how going paperless can improve your workflow - and slim down your budget - and which tools you need to use to make it an easy transition.   Save Money Toner cartridges, office machine troubleshooting and maintenance, and reams of paper - oh my! These are the big, obvious expenses, but there are plenty of small items that you'll purchase over the course of a year, like paper clips, sticky notes, pens, and even the cost of recycling bins and trash service in your office that also add up over time....