A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make a Brochure on Google Docs

You can make a brochure on Google Docs using a ready-made template for simple layouts, or set up a trifold from scratch using a landscape page and a table. This guide covers both approaches, plus how Kimi Docs can generate a brochure layout directly from a description.

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8 min read2026-07-22

Google Docs isn't a dedicated design tool, but it can handle simple brochure needs well. The built-in template gallery includes two ready-made layouts for simple single-fold designs, and a trifold can be built manually using a landscape page and a three-column table. This guide covers both methods, plus a faster option with Kimi Docs for when the content and layout both need to be created from scratch.

How to make a brochure on Google Docs using a template

Google Docs includes two free brochure templates: "Geometric" and "Modern Writer." Both are single-page portrait layouts that open directly as new documents and can be customized without any setup. This route works well for simple layouts where you don't need a folded trifold format.

Step 1: Open the Template Gallery

Go to docs.google.com, then click "Template Gallery" in the upper right corner of the home screen.

Open the Template Gallery in Google Docs

Step 2: Search for "Brochure"

Scroll down to the Work section, or type "brochure" in the gallery search. Google Docs offers two brochure templates: "Geometric" and "Modern Writer." Both are single-page, portrait-orientation designs.

Brochure templates in Google Docs Template Gallery

Step 3: Open and customize the template

Click the template to open it as a new document. Replace the placeholder text and images with your own content. Change fonts, colors, and layout using the standard formatting tools in the toolbar.

Customize a brochure template in Google Docs

Step 4: Download or share

Go to File > Download to save as a PDF or DOCX, or use File > Share to send the link directly to someone. PDF is the better choice for printing since it locks the layout.

Download or share a brochure from Google Docs

How to make a tri fold brochure on Google Docs from scratch

Building a trifold in Google Docs from scratch takes a few more steps than using a template, but it gives you full control over the panel layout and content. The process uses a landscape page orientation and a three-column table to divide the page into the three sections that become the folds. A full trifold has six panels total, three on the front side of the paper and three on the back, which means two pages in the document.

Step 1: Set the page to landscape orientation

Go to File > Page Setup, select "Landscape" as the orientation, and set the margins to 0 on all sides, or as narrow as possible, so the columns stretch across the full page width. Click "OK."

Set the page to landscape orientation in Google Docs

Step 2: Insert a 3x1 table

Go to Insert > Table and select a grid that is 3 columns wide and 1 row tall. This creates three equal-width cells that will become the three front panels of the trifold.

Insert a three column table for a trifold brochure in Google Docs

Step 3: Add a second page for the back

Press Enter after the table to push to a second page, then insert another 3x1 table. The first page holds the three front panels and the second page holds the three back panels.

Add a second page for the back of a trifold brochure

Step 4: Add your content to each panel

Click into each cell and add your text and images. The panel assignment for a standard trifold: the rightmost cell on page one is the front cover, the middle cell is the back panel (visible when folded), and the left cell is an inside back panel. The three cells on page two are the inner panels that the reader sees when the brochure is opened flat.

Add content to each panel of a trifold brochure in Google Docs

Step 5: Hide the table borders

Right-click the table and select "Table properties." Set the border color to white and the border width to 0pt. This removes the visible grid lines so the printed brochure looks clean without column dividers showing through.

Hide table borders in a Google Docs brochure

Step 6: Download and print

Go to File > Download > PDF Document to save the final version. This is the last step for how to create a trifold brochure in Google Docs using the manual table method. When printing, select double-sided printing so both pages print on the same sheet of paper, which is what produces the actual trifold when folded.

Download a trifold brochure from Google Docs as PDF

How to create a brochure with Kimi Docs

Most brochure tools give you a rigid template that you have to fill in manually. Kimi Docs works the other way around: you simply describe your brochure's purpose, target audience, and panel structure, and it writes the copy and builds the layout simultaneously.

By using Kimi Docs as your AI document agent, you completely eliminate the need to fiddle with complex tables, resize columns, or spend hours replacing placeholder text. You get a professionally formatted, print-ready layout instantly.

Step 1: Describe the brochure you need

Tell Kimi what the brochure is for, how many panels it should have, and what each one should cover.

Create a trifold brochure for a local yoga studio. The front panel should have the studio name and a short tagline. The three inner panels should cover class schedules, pricing, and teacher bios. The back panel should include the address, phone number, and social media handles. Use a clean, modern layout.

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Enter a prompt to create a brochure using Kimi Docs

Step 2: Review the generated brochure

Kimi generates a structured layout based on your description. Review the content and send follow-up prompts to adjust the text, add sections, or change the tone.

Review a generated brochure layout in Kimi Docs

Step 3: Download your brochure

Once it's ready, download the finished file as a Word document or PDF.

Download a brochure created with Kimi Docs

Key features of Kimi Docs

No manual table setup required: Describe the number of panels and content areas you need, and Kimi builds the structure for you. There's no need to insert a table, set column widths, or hide borders manually.
Content and layout in one step: Kimi can write the brochure copy and arrange it into sections at the same time, rather than setting up the layout first and then writing content to fill it.
Adjust and iterate quickly and easily: Send a follow-up prompt to change a panel's content, swap a section heading, or adjust the tone. The layout doesn't need to be rebuilt from scratch each time.
Suitable for any brochure type: Single-fold, trifold, pamphlets, and product sheets can all be described and generated the same way.
Support multiple formats for seamless conversion: The finished brochure can be downloaded as a Word file or PDF, converted directly to PDF within Kimi Docs for easy distribution, or sent straight to a print service without additional software.
Visual design support: Kimi can integrate images and text together, generate professional cover layouts, and include data visualizations where the content calls for them. The result is a brochure that's structured and visually considered from the first draft.

How Google Docs compares to other brochure tools

A few tools come up alongside Google Docs when people search for brochure options, including how to create a brochure in Word and how to make a brochure on Canva. Here's where each one fits.

Tool	Best for	Limitations
Google Docs	Quick brochures using a template, or custom trifold if you build manually	Limited templates, no drag-and-drop design, trifold requires table workaround
Canva	Visual, image-heavy brochures with drag-and-drop design	Free tier has limited templates, export options vary by plan
Microsoft Word	Brochures for users in a Word-based workflow	Similar to Google Docs in functionality, no native trifold template
Kimi Docs	Brochures where content and structure both need to be generated from scratch	Less visual design control compared to professional design tools

Conclusion

Google Docs covers two brochure scenarios: a ready-made template for simple single-fold layouts, and a manual trifold setup using a landscape page and a three-column table. Both are free and require no extra software, but requiring manually filling the contents. For a faster result where the content and layout are generated together from a single description, Kimi Docs produces ready-to-use, impressive brochures without the manual setup.

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FAQ

How can I make a brochure in Google Docs?

Google Docs has two built-in brochure templates under File > New > Template Gallery. For a trifold, set the page to landscape, insert a 3x1 table, add your content to each cell, hide the borders, and download it as PDF.

How do I make a trifold brochure on Google Docs?

Set the page orientation to landscape under File > Page Setup, then go to Insert > Table and select a 3x1 grid. Add a second page with another 3x1 table for the back panels, add your content to each cell, hide the table borders, and download it as PDF. Select double-sided printing to get the physical trifold when printed.

Does Google Docs have brochure templates?

Yes, but only two: "Geometric" and "Modern Writer." Both are vertical, single-fold designs accessible through the Template Gallery on the Google Docs home screen. For a trifold layout, you'll need to build it manually or use a tool like Kimi Docs to generate one.

What is the difference between a brochure and a pamphlet in Google Docs?

Searching for how to make a pamphlet on Google Docs leads to the same methods as a brochure. The terms are often used interchangeably. A pamphlet is typically a simple, single-sheet informational document, while a brochure is typically folded and more visually designed. In Google Docs, both can be created using the same methods.

Is there a faster way to create a brochure without setting up a table?

Kimi Docs can generate a brochure layout from a description of the content and structure you need, without requiring you to insert and format a table manually. It writes the copy and builds the layout at the same time.