> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://df-manual.gitbook.io/df-book/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://df-manual.gitbook.io/df-book/all-circles/df-shared-drive/how-to-create-new-documents.md).

# How To Create New Documents

**💼 How to Create New Documents, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Sites in the Team's Shared Drive**

1. Go to your circle’s Shared Drive (for example, IT Circle).

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2. Click the ‘+ New’ button (top-left).

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3.

Select the file type:

○     Google Docs – For text documents

○     Google Sheets – For spreadsheets

○     Google Slides – For presentations

○     Google Forms – For data collection and surveys

○     Google Sites – For internal websites or portals

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4. The file will be automatically created within the Shared Drive, ensuring visibility for all members.

🚫 Avoid creating files in "My Drive" and later moving them, as this can break sharing permissions or cause confusion.
