In the Image Options menu that appears on the right, click on Text Wrapping.

To circle a word in Google Docs, we’ll need to change the text wrapping and then resize and reposition our shape. When your shape is inserted into your document, the default is for the text to wrap around the shape. How to Reposition a Circle in Google Docs

Your shape will be inserted into your document.

Click anywhere outside your shape to see how it will look.

If you want to change the color of your oval, select the Border Color tool.

At the bottom of the window, select Transparent.

Using your mouse, click and drag onto the canvas to create your shape.How to Insert a Circle in Google Docsīefore you circle a word in Google Docs, you first need to know how to insert a circle or oval into your document. Here’s how to circle a word in Google Docs.

Thankfully, it’s fairly simple to use the drawing tools in Google Docs to achieve this effect. You could use bold text or highlight the word, but nothing beats a good, old-fashioned circle around the word in question.

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