Google’s network has some incredible hidden gems that will make your life easier.

These little secrets range from having your businesses listed on Google Maps or integrating Google analytics and Webmaster tools to track the traffic coming to your site.  Also be aware, Website Growth offers extensive Google application services.

 

1.    Activity Reports to Track Your Google Use

 

Activity reports will show you a break down how of you spend your time on Gmail.  Activity Reports look at your Google activity and display to you what you’re looking for the most, how many searches you do, how you use Gmail, and more.

 

2.    Send and Receive Faxes for Free with Hellofax

 

With Hellofax, every fax you deliver with the service is linked directly into Drive. Need to fax some forms? Send them from Drive. Waiting on a fax? HelloFax will place it directly into your Drive folder so you can access it from anywhere.

 

3.    Sign Documents Easily with DocuSign

Need to sign a document?  Google’s DocuSign has you covered. With DocuSign you can add your own signature to a document directly from your Google Drive.  You are allowed 15 free signatures with the service.

 

4.    Use Local to Find and Share Your Favorite Places

Google+’s local tab works like this: type in an address and Google+ provides you with restaurants with a Zagat score.  Get a hold of this, Google+ peers have the ability to also write reviews and they’ll show up as recommendations. You can receive restaurant recommendations from friends every time you search for restaurants.

 

5.    Custom Google Maps for Personalized Navigation

You can keep a running map of your life with Google Maps by adding your home address, work, and favorite places.   Google maps can be share with family and friends.

Here are 10 more Google apps you might be interested in!