How to Change Default Font
in Google Docs
This guide will walk you through setting up a font style that will apply to all future documents for a consistent and professional look.
Open Google Docs – Go to docs.google.com and create a new blank document.
Type Some Sample Text – Type a few words so you can format them with your desired font, size, and style.
Select the Text – Highlight the sample text that you want to use as your new default formatting.
Change the Font Settings –
Use the toolbar to set your preferred font (e.g., Arial, Times New Roman),
Adjust font size, bold/italic, line spacing, and any other formatting you like.
Go to "Styles" Dropdown – In the top toolbar, click on the “Styles” dropdown (usually says “Normal text”).
Click the Arrow Next to “Normal text” –
Select “Update ‘Normal text’ to match”.
This applies your new font settings to the normal text style.
Set as Default –
Now click on the “Styles” dropdown again,
Click “Options” > “Save as my default styles”.
This will make your chosen font and style the default for all new Google Docs you create.
Done – From now on, every new document will open with your selected default font and styling. No need to change it manually every time!
