How to use a French (Canada) Keyboard in Google Docs

Google Docs doesn't ship with every keyboard layout — but you don't need to install anything. Use the French (Canada) Keyboard below, copy your text, and paste it into Google Docs. Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

Virtual Keyboard

Steps to use the French (Canada) Keyboard in Google Docs

  1. Open your Google Docs document in any modern browser.
  2. Type or compose the text on TypeKeyboard above and copy it.
  3. Click into the doc and paste with Ctrl + V (Cmd + V on Mac).
  4. Optionally: File → Language to mark the document language for spell-check.

Tip for Google Docs

Google Docs auto-detects the language but you can override it via Tools → Spelling.

Handy Google Docs shortcut

All edits sync to the cloud automatically.

Frequently asked questions

Can I really use a French (Canada) Keyboard in Google Docs without installing it?

Yes. The French (Canada) Keyboard above runs in your browser. Type your text, click Copy, then paste into Google Docs — that's all there is to it.

Will Google Docs display the characters correctly?

Modern versions of Google Docs render Unicode out of the box. If you ever see boxes (□□□), switch the font to a Unicode-complete face such as Noto, Arial Unicode MS or Segoe UI.

Does this method work on mobile Google Docs?

Yes. Open this page in your phone's browser, type with the French (Canada) Keyboard, tap Copy, then paste into the Google Docs app on iOS or Android.

Is the text I paste into Google Docs private?

Everything you type happens locally in your browser — TypeKeyboard does not send keystrokes anywhere. Once pasted into Google Docs, normal Google Docs privacy rules apply.

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