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How To Insert a PDF Into Google Sites? (Step-By-Step Guide)

by Stewart Gauld
Last updated on October 28th, 2024
How To Insert a PDF Into Google Sites? - Stewart Gauld

Looking to learn how to insert a PDF into Google Sites?

Google Sites is an easy-to-use website builder found right within your Google Workspace account.

Although Google Sites is simple, did you know there are ways you can sprinkle creative and engaging elements into your Google Site pages?

This includes the insertion of a PDF!

PDF’s can be captivating images or other important information that you want to display on your website.

So, how to insert a PDF into Google Sites? Listen up as we bring you step by step through this Google Sites PDF guide.

Read more: Google Sites Ultimate Tips and Hacks Guide. 

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How To Insert a PDF Into Google Sites Webpage?

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To insert a PDF into a Google Sites webpage, follow these step-by-step PDF instructions:

  1. Upload your PDF to Google Drive.
  2. Open your Google Sites webpage.
  3. Navigate to the page where you want to insert the PDF.
  4. Select which content block you want to insert the PDF into.
  5. Click on the ‘Insert’ in the top menu bar.
  6. From the dropdown menu, select ‘Drive’
  7. Select the PDF file you want to insert from Google Drive.
  8. Click ‘Insert’.
  9. The PDF will be uploaded and displayed on the webpage.
  10. Resize it if you like by dragging the corners.

Alternatively, you can:

  1. Simply select the correct content block you want to insert the PDF onto (directly on the web page).
  2. Click the ‘+’ button on the content block.
  3. Click ‘From Drive’.
  4. Then, follow steps 7-10, as shown above.

And that is it for this Google Sites PDF guide! You have successfully learned how to insert a PDF into Google Sites.

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How To Build a Website With Google Sites?

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Now that you know how to insert a PDF into Google Sites, did you know that anyone can easily create a Google Sites website?

All you need is a Google Workspace account!

To create your Google Site website, choose from one of the professional premade Google Sites Templates (or create one of your own).

Or, select and customize one of my online store or service-based business templates!

Read more: How To Create An Online Store With Google Sites.

Check out my guide on how to build your own website with Google Sites below:

Stews Final Thoughts

And there you have it! We’ve now come to the end of this step-by-step PDF Google Sites article.

You should now know how to insert a PDF into Google Sites.

How easy was that?

After following these steps, the PDF will be successfully inserted into your chosen Google Sites webpage.

This allows your web visitors to view and interact with it directly on your site.

I believe Google Sites is one of the quickest, easiest, and most affordable (free!) website builder tools out there.

So, if you’re a local or small business, why not give it a go?

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Add a PDF To Google Sites?

Although a basic website builder, you’re still able to easily add a PDF to website pages.

To insert a PDF into Google Sites:

  • Upload your PDF to Google Drive, then open up Google Sites.
  • Choose the page and content block where you want to add your PDF.
  • Select your PDF from your Drive.
  • Resize your PDF if needed.

Is Google Sites Free?

Yes! If you have a free Google Workspace account, Google Sites is completely free to build, host, and manage.

Can You Monetize Your Free Google Site?

Yes, you can monetize your Google Sites website by using Google Adsense, where you can make money from clicks or impressions.

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My name is Stewart Gauld. I’ve been helping small and local businesses with digital activties over the last 7 years.