How to Turn Off Grammar Check in Google Docs (2024 Update)

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to turn off grammar check in Google Docs in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

Turn Off Grammar Check in Google Docs

Follow the steps below to turn off the grammar checker in Google Docs.

1. Open Tools Menu in Google Docs

Click on the “Tools” option in the toolbar at the top of the screen. This is where you will find the settings related to grammar and spelling.

2. Select Spelling and Grammar From the Dropdown

In the Tools menu, scroll down and click on “Spelling and grammar.” This option allows you to adjust how Google Docs handles grammar suggestions.

3. Uncheck the “Show Grammar Suggestions” Option

In the Spelling and Grammar submenu, find and uncheck the “Show grammar suggestions” option. This will disable the grammar check feature in Google Docs.

4. Ensure Grammar Suggestions are Disabled

After unchecking the option, make sure no grammar suggestions are visible while typing. This confirms the feature has been successfully turned off, just like the sample below.

5. Test by Typing a Sentence

Type a sentence with potential grammar issues to test that the grammar check is no longer active. Here, I typed “The dogs is outside,” and no grammar suggestion appeared.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to turn off the spelling and grammar check in Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to do a grammar check on Google Docs and how to fix grammar check not working in Google Docs.