What’s changing
We recently announced
new capabilities for Space Managers
to ensure effective conversations within Google Chat. To build upon those
features, we’re also giving Space Managers the ability to configure spaces for
sharing organizational an…
Admins can install Chat apps for use in direct messages
What’s changingGoogle Chat apps integrate with productivity tools, enable you to collaborate with others, and can also help automate your work. Previously, to start using an app in Chat, users had to individually install apps as described here. St…
Introducing new Space Manager capabilities in Google Chat
What’s changingLast year, we announced several improvements to spaces in Google Chat to help you better organize people, topics, and projects, which included introducing the space manager role. Currently, managers can: Remove and add participantsA…
Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – March 10, 2023
1 New updateUnless otherwise indicated, the features below are fully launched or in the process of rolling out (rollouts should take no more than 15 business days to complete), launching to both Rapid and Scheduled Release at the same time (if not…
Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – January 13, 2023
1 New updateUnless otherwise indicated, the features below are fully launched or in the process of rolling out (rollouts should take no more than 15 business days to complete), launching to both Rapid and Scheduled Release at the same time (if not, eac…
Introducing simpler conversation creation in Google Chat
What’s changingCurrently, when starting a new Google Chat conversation on the web, you are prompted to select “Start group conversation” before typing the name(s) of who you’d like to chat with. Starting today, the process to create conversations …
Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – December 23, 2022
New updates There are no new updates to share this week. Please see below for a recap of published announcements. Previous announcementsThe announcements below were published on the Workspace Updates blog earlier this week. Please refer to th…
Quickly refine search results in Google Chat with search chips
What’s changing We’re expanding an existing mobile feature to the web that helps you find exactly what you’re looking for much faster using search chips that filter your search results. The filters available to help you find messages are:&nbs…
Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – November 18, 2022
New updates Unless otherwise indicated, the features below are fully launched or in the process of rolling out (rollouts should take no more than 15 business days to complete), launching to both Rapid and Scheduled Release at the same time (if not…
Concentrate or disconnect with scheduled Do Not Disturb on Google Chat
What’s changingIn addition to setting a custom duration for “Do Not Disturb” in Google Chat, you can now set a recurring schedule so you are not disturbed by Chat notifications on web, Android, and iOS. This is useful when you want to mute notific…