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Non-Technical Users Struggle to Find Features After Google Docs Changes

A user who does not consider themselves computer-literate reports having a hard time finding things in Google Docs, suggesting the interface isn't friendly for less tech-savvy users despite being generally helpful. This points to a broader usability gap for non-technical user segments.

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