How to Use Superscript and Subscript in Google Docs [2026 Full Guide]
In this video, I will show you how to apply superscript and subscript formatting in Google Docs to correctly write mathematical formulas, chemical compounds, and footnotes. You’ll learn both the standard menu navigation and the time-saving keyboard shortcuts to streamline your document editing.
This formatting tutorial will cover:
✅ Accessing superscript and subscript through the Format menu
✅ Using keyboard shortcuts to format text instantly
✅ How to revert text back to normal formatting after applying effects
✅ Practical examples like chemical formulas (H2O) and exponents
✅ Exploring the dedicated Equation tool for complex mathematical notation
✅ Keyboard shortcut compatibility across different operating systems
By the end of this video, you will know how to professionally format specialized text and manage character positioning in your documents with ease.
If you’re searching for how to do superscript in Google Docs, how to do subscript in Google Docs, Google Docs keyboard shortcuts for text formatting, or how to write math formulas in Docs, this video is for you.
💡 Tip: If you find yourself needing to type formulas frequently, the Equation tool is a much more robust option than manual superscript or subscript, as it automatically handles alignment for fractions, radicals, and complex operators.
If you have any questions after watching, feel free to ask in the comments and I’ll help you out!