Install the ClickSend Google Docs Add-on
Visit our listing in the Google Workspace Marketplace.
Click Install and select the Google account you want the extension added to.
After successful installation, open the Google Doc file you want to send as a letter.
Click the ClickSend logo in the right sidebar to expand the add-on panel.
Enter your ClickSend credentials:
username– your ClickSend usernameapi_key– found in your ClickSend dashboard
Click Save to connect.
Send a Letter from Google Docs
Add your recipient’s name and address, then click Next.
Add a return address. You can use an existing one or create a new one, then click Next.
Customise your letter:
By default, letters are color printed, single-sided, and no template is applied.
You can adjust these options before sending.
Review the summary and click Confirm to send your letter.
That’s it! Your file will be sent to our Print Centre for printing, postage, and delivery.
To send another, simply click Send another letter.
📽️ See our quick video on how to send Google Docs as letters.
Alternatively: Upload from Google Docs and Create a Campaign
If you prefer to send via the ClickSend dashboard, follow these steps:
Step 1: Create and Download Your Letter
In Google Docs, create your letter.
Use placeholders like
{{name}},{{address}}, etc. for personalisation.Go to File > Download > Microsoft Word (.docx)
Step 2: Upload to ClickSend and Launch Your Campaign
Go to the ClickSend Dashboard > Post > Letters.
Click Add a Campaign.
Upload your .docx file.
Map your placeholders to contact data fields.
Choose recipients (individual, lists, or both).
Set your return address and print/send preferences.
Preview the first letter with sample data.
Note: Page counts may vary depending on placeholder content.
Confirm and send.
Whether from the add-on or via dashboard, you can now send professional, personalised letters straight from Google Docs using ClickSend.