How to Download Images from Google Docs (7 Easy Methods)

Downloading images from Google Docs isn’t always straightforward, especially since there’s no built-in "Save Image As" option. However, with a few simple workarounds, you can easily extract and save images from your document. Whether you're preparing a report, presentation, or just need the images for reference, this guide walks you through multiple effective methods.

Method 1: Copy & Paste into an Image Editor

Use this for quick image saves without any extra tools.

Steps:

1. Open your Google Docs document.

   

2. Right-click the image and select Copy.

   

3. Open any image editor (like Paint, Photoshop, or Canva).
4. Paste the image and save it in your desired format.

Method 2: Download as HTML (Zipped)

Best for saving all images from the document in one go.

Steps:

1. Open your document.
2. Click File → Download → Web Page (.html, zipped).
3. Locate the downloaded ZIP folder on your system.
4. Extract it, and navigate to the images folder.
5. All embedded images will be available there.

Method 3: Download as Microsoft Word File

Use this to manually save individual images.

Steps:

1. Open the document.

2. Click File → Download → Microsoft Word (.docx).

   

3. Open the downloaded Word file.

   

4. Right-click the desired image → Save as Picture.

5. Choose a location and click Save.

   

Method 4: Publish to the Web

Allows you to save images directly from the published webpage.

Steps:

1. Open the document.

2. Click File → Share → Publish to web.

   

3. Confirm and copy the provided link.
4. Open the link in a new browser tab.
5. Right-click any image → Save image as...

Method 5: Use Snipping Tool (Windows)

A fast way to capture and save images manually.

Steps:

1. Open the document and find the image.
2. Launch the Snipping Tool or press Windows + Shift + S.
3. Capture the area around the image.
4. Save the snip using Ctrl + S.

Method 6: Use Google Keep (Chrome)

Efficient for saving a few images directly.

Steps:

1. Open Google Docs in Chrome.
2. Right-click the image → View more options → Save to Keep.
3. A Keep sidebar will appear.
4. Right-click the image there → Save image a

Method 7: Use an Add-on for Image Extraction

Best for batch image download using a dedicated tool.

Steps:

1. In the document, click Extensions → Add-ons → Get add-ons.
2. Search and install Image Extractor & Remover.
3. Grant required permissions.
4. After installation, go to Extensions → Image Extractor → Start.
5. From the sidebar, select Extract images to Drive.
6. Once done, click View Files to access the folder in Google Drive with all your images.

How to Save Images from Google Docs on Mobile

Steps:

1. Open the document on your phone.
2. Tap the image and select Copy.
3. Paste it into another document or image editor app.
4. Save or share as needed.

 Conclusion

Although Google Docs doesn’t have a direct option to download images, these methods make it easy to extract images in just a few steps. Whether you're copying a single image or extracting dozens at once, there’s a method here for everyone:

• Use HTML or Add-on for bulk image download.
• Use Snipping Tool or Keep for quick saves.
• Use Word Export if you're already working in Microsoft Office.

Now you can confidently save images from Google Docs using whichever method suits your workflow best.