Google Docs Offline Sync and File Download Broken Across Multiple Devices
Google Docs users cannot download files or enable offline availability, with the issue persisting after reinstalling the app on multiple devices. The failure prevents working without internet connectivity. This is a platform bug requiring Google to fix, not an addressable market gap.
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