Google Docs Fails to Open Files Even With Active Internet Connection
Users report Google Docs requiring internet connectivity to open files and then failing to load documents even when a connection is present. The mobile app experience is inconsistent and unreliable for basic document access. Low-signal single complaint with limited detail.
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