How to Get out of Comment Mode in Google Docs (2025 Update)

In this article, we will show you exactly how to get out of comment mode in Google Docs in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

Get out of Comment Mode in Google Docs

Here’s how to return to editing mode from comment mode in Google Docs.

1. Open the Mode Menu

Locate the toolbar at the top of your Google Doc. Find the button that shows “Editing” or “Suggesting”. Click on this button to open the Mode menu. This menu lets you choose how you interact with the document.

2. Select “Viewing” Mode

In the Mode menu, click on “Viewing”. This will allow you to view the document without making any changes or suggestions.

3. Confirm the “You’re viewing” Prompt at the Bottom of the Document

Look for the “You’re viewing” prompt at the bottom of the document. This confirms that you are now in Viewing mode, where changes cannot be made.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of switching out of comment mode in Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to copy and paste with comments in Google Docs and how to add comments in Google Docs.