You can now use Google Sans fonts in Docs, Sheets
What's the story
Google has added its open-sourced fonts, Google Sans and Google Sans Flex, to its suite of productivity tools including Docs, Sheets, and Slides. The move comes after the company open-sourced these typefaces in December 2025. The fonts were originally developed as part of a 2015 logo redesign project and have since been optimized for user interfaces on Android phones.
Enhanced flexibility
A step toward customization
Google Sans Flex, an advanced version of the original font, was launched a few years later. This iteration allows for greater customization in terms of weight, width, optical size, slant, grade and roundedness. The open-sourcing of these fonts was aimed at bridging the visual gap between first-party and third-party apps.
Cross-platform consistency
A unified experience across platforms
The introduction of Google Sans, Google Sans Flex, and Google Sans Code (a font designed for coding) into Docs, Sheets, Slides, and other editors is part of Google's larger strategy. The company wants to create a more consistent experience across different devices and platforms. This will make interfaces clearer and easier to use for people interacting with technology in various environments.
User guide
How to use Google Sans in Docs
To use these fonts in Google Docs, users have to open a new document on the web and click on the font dropdown in the toolbar. After selecting "More fonts" at the top of the list and searching for "Google," they can select Google Sans, Google Sans Flex, or Google Sans Code. Once selected, these fonts will be available in future documents too.