How to Create an Invoice Using Google Docs and Google Sheets

What You’ll Learn
How to build an invoice using Google Docs for layout and Google Sheets for automatic calculations, without sacrificing design or accuracy.

Key Steps Covered

1. Create your invoice layout in Google Docs (branding, sections, formatting).
2. Build a simple invoice table in Google Sheets for line items and calculations.
3. Use Sheets formulas for totals, subtotals, and tax calculations.
4. Paste the Google Sheet into your Google Doc to combine layout + calculations.
5. Update line items in Sheets and keep the invoice accurate and consistent.

Who This Is For
Freelancers and small businesses who want a custom-looking invoice with spreadsheet-powered math, without using dedicated invoicing software.