What’s new in Google Workspace (recent releases)

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Learn about the new Google Workspace features and enhancements available to your users. The table is updated weekly and includes new features once they start rolling out to Scheduled Release domains. For more information about release tracks, go to Choose when users get new features

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ProductDescriptionRelease week (YYYY-MM-DD)
Admin consoleChanges to displaying the “deprovisioned” status for Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-04-08
Admin consoleControl your users’ access to new Gemini for Google Workspace features before general availability. Learn more2024-04-08
Admin consoleProtect sensitive admin actions with multi-party approvals. Learn more2024-04-08
Admin consoleTrack usage for Gemini for Workspace users in the Admin console. Learn more2024-04-08
Admin consoleAssign the audit and investigation privilege on a per-application basis. Learn more2024-04-01
Admin consoleSimplified troubleshooting of user issues in the Admin console. Learn more2024-04-01
Admin consoleExpanding Google Drive admin settings to additional Google Workspace editions. Learn more2024-05-13
Admin consoleIntroducing audit logs for these API-based actions. Learn more2024-05-27
Admin consoleFilter, sort, and display your Google Meet hardware devices by product service status. Learn more2024-05-20
Admin consoleGemini for Workspace usage reports are now available in Admin console. Learn more2024-05-27
Admin consoleAdding audit logs for Gemini for Google Workspace activity. Learn more2024-06-10
Admin consoleUpdates for Gemini for Workspace usage reports in the Admin console. Learn more2024-06-24
Admin consoleManage your compliance and data controls from a single source in the Admin console. Learn more2024-07-07
Admin consoleGoogle Drive inventory reporting is now available in open beta. Learn more2024-07-22
Admin consoleLabel administration is becoming more discoverable and flexible in the Admin console. Learn more2024-07-22
Admin consoleEnable Classification labels on specific Google Workspace applications. Learn more2024-07-22
Admin consoleExpanding multi-party-approvals to domain-wide-delegation actions. Learn more2024-08-19
Admin consoleAdditional iOS data exfiltration enhancement: account level data sharing between Google Workspace apps and non-Google Workspace apps on or off. Learn more2024-09-16
Admin consoleIntroducing security advisor, a new set of tools and insights to help small businesses protect their organization against cyber attacks. Learn more2024-09-23
Admin consoleThe Option List field type is now two separate field types in Label Manager. Learn more2024-09-30
Apps ScriptAllowlist and Audit Logs for URLs accessed from Google Apps Script and Google Sheets. Learn more2024-07-29
Apps ScriptMore granular control for Google Apps Script. Learn more2024-07-29
AppSheetAvailable in open beta: Build AppSheet automations using Google Forms. Learn more2024-04-29
AppSheetIntroducing AppSheet Organizations. Learn more2024-04-29
AppSheetNow generally available: Build AppSheet automations using Google Forms. Learn more2024-06-17
AppSheetNew automation event for AppSheet databases is now generally available. Learn more2024-08-05
AppSheetThe AppSheet Admin Console is now available in public preview. Learn more2024-08-26
CalendarThe Calendar API now distinguishes events created from Gmail. Learn more2024-05-27
CalendarImproved syncing experience between Google Calendar and third-party calendars. Learn more2024-06-17
CalendarPre-configure meeting notes, recordings, and transcripts from the Calendar invite. Learn more2024-07-08
CalendarAll new appointments need to be booked through appointment schedules in Google Calendar. Learn more2024-07-15
CalendarEnhancing the Google Calendar appointment scheduling experience with additional features. Learn more2024-07-22
CalendarAppointment slots booking pages are no longer available in Google Calendar. Learn more2024-08-05
CalendarCreate birthdays in Google Calendar. Learn more2024-09-23
CalendarRefreshed illustrations in the Google Calendar app on Android and iOS devices. Learn more2024-09-23
CalendarNew design and accessibility improvements for embedded Google Calendars. Learn more2024-10-07
ChatSend voice messages in Google Chat. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatBuild a Dialogflow CX Google Chat app that understands and responds with natural language. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatAccess and sort shared files within a space in Google Chat more easily. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatGoogle Chat apps can now subscribe to event notifications. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatNow generally available: Chat interoperability between Google Chat and other messaging platforms. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatPromote space members to space managers using the Google Chat API. Learn more2024-04-15
ChatImport data from Slack to Google Chat using CloudFuze. Learn more2024-04-22
ChatCustomizable Home tab for Google Chat apps. Learn more2024-04-22
ChatGet notifications for all messages in a Google Chat space. Learn more2024-05-20
ChatManage spaces at scale with new Chat API functionality. Learn more2024-05-20
ChatSend emails to spaces in Google Chat. Learn more2024-06-10
ChatMake a space discoverable to a target audience using the Google Chat API. Learn more2024-06-10
ChatThe ability to add and remove Google Groups as space members using the Google Chat API is now generally available. Learn more2024-06-17
ChatAdditional admin space management capabilities in Google Chat API are now available in Developer Preview Program. Learn more2024-06-24
ChatRequest to join spaces in Google Chat. Learn more2024-06-24
ChatAdd up to 500,000 members to spaces in Google Chat. Learn more2024-06-24
ChatEnhancing your productivity on Android devices with new features in Gmail and Google Chat apps. Learn more2024-07-22
ChatCatch up on followed threads from the home shortcut in Google Chat. Learn more2024-07-29
ChatChat safer with new settings for students in Google Chat. Learn more2024-08-12
ChatAutomate your workflows on Google Chat with IFTTT and UKG Flow integrations. Learn more2024-08-26
ChatCatch up on followed threads from the home shortcut in Google Chat. Learn more2024-08-26
ChatAccess and sort shared files more easily in Google Chat conversations. Learn more2024-09-09
ChatAdmin features for space management via the Chat API are now generally available. Learn more2024-09-16
ChatAbility to create announcement spaces using the Google Chat API is now generally available. Learn more2024-09-16
ChatTranscriptions now available for voice messages in Google Chat. Learn more2024-10-07
ChatNew and improved widgets for Google Chat app cards. Learn more2024-10-07
ClassroomGoogle Classroom now supports grade category and co-teacher imports from SIS partners. Learn more2024-06-10
ClassroomInsert images into practice sets in Google Classroom. Learn more2024-06-17
ClassroomCreate interactive YouTube assignments in Google Classroom more quickly and efficiently, with the help of AI. Learn more2024-06-17
ClassroomHelp your students learn to read with Read Along in Classroom. Learn more2024-06-17
ClassroomGoogle Classroom add-ons now generally available to Google Workspace developers. Learn more2024-06-24
ClassroomBringing our Learning Interoperability Tools under one umbrella: Google Workspace LTI. Learn more2024-06-24
ClassroomGrading periods API for Google Classroom is now available in Developer Preview. Learn more2024-06-24
ClassroomAdding a 'missing' grade state to Gradebook in Google Classroom. Learn more2024-07-01
ClassroomTeachers will soon be able to create a new class in Google Classroom using Student Information System (SIS) data. Learn more2024-07-15
ClassroomGoogle Classroom now supports exporting grades and importing rosters and grade settings with PowerSchool SIS. Learn more2024-07-15
ClassroomEnable guardians to preview assigned classwork within Google Classroom. Learn more2024-07-15
ClassroomEducators can now create new classes in Google Classroom using SIS data and import grading periods from the SIS. Learn more2024-07-29
ClassroomDark mode now available in Google Classroom on mobile. Learn more2024-08-05
ClassroomProviding student engagement signals for Google Drive file attachments in Google Classroom. Learn more2024-08-05
ClassroomIntroducing Student Groups in Google Classroom. Learn more2024-08-19
ClassroomKickstart ideas, brainstorm activities, and differentiate content with the help of Gemini in Google Classroom. Learn more2024-09-23
ColabIntroducing Colab Pro and Colab Pro+ for Google Workspace. Learn more2024-06-24
ContactsPersonal information cards and Contacts sidebar will now display the organization name. Learn more2024-05-27
Directory SyncGoogle Cloud Directory Sync now complies with your conflicting accounts management settings. Learn more2024-09-09
DocsNew ways to annotate Google Docs. Learn more2024-04-08
DocsCustom text fields are now available for eSignature in Google Docs and Google Drive. Learn more2024-05-20
DocsExpanding voice typing and automatic captions to additional browsers. Learn more2024-06-10
DocsComments and action items in client-side encrypted Google Docs is now generally available. Learn more2024-06-17
DocsManage access to eSignature in Google Workspace. Learn more2024-06-24
DocseSignature is now available for select Google Workspace customers. Learn more2024-07-08
DocsGoogle Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs are now available in open beta for Gemini (gemini.google.com). Learn more2024-07-15
DocsImport and export Markdown in Google Docs. Learn more2024-07-15
DocsThird-party smart chip resource creation now available in Google Docs. Learn more2024-08-19
DocsCustomize your Google Docs with polished cover images. Learn more2024-09-23
DocsImproved spelling suggestions for Germanic languages in Google Docs. Learn more2024-09-30
DriveDark mode now available in Google Drive webs. Learn more2024-04-15
DriveEnhancing search within the Google Drive app on Android devices. Learn more2024-04-15
DriveExpanding Google Drive admin settings to additional Google Workspace editions. Learn more2024-05-13
DriveView recent shares in the Google Drive Activity page. Learn more2024-05-13
DriveHover to preview videos in Google Drive. Learn more2024-05-13
DriveCustom text fields are now available for eSignature in Google Docs and Google Drive. Learn more2024-05-20
DriveUpdated keyboard shortcuts and first-letters navigation now available on Google Drive web. Learn more2024-05-20
DrivePreview files in Google Drive with new hovercard feature. Learn more2024-05-27
DriveStay on top of shared Drive files with automatic digest emails. Learn more2024-06-10
DriveManage access to eSignature in Google Workspace. Learn more2024-06-24
DriveExternal users can now securely collaborate on client-side encrypted files. Learn more2024-06-17
DriveAccess Google Meet artifacts with a new Google Drive API scope. Learn more2024-07-08
DriveeSignature is now available for select Google Workspace customers. Learn more2024-07-08
DriveShared drives can now have up to 100 levels of nested folders and 500,000 items. Learn more2024-07-08
DriveGoogle Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs are now available in open beta for Gemini (gemini.google.com). Learn more2024-07-15
DriveAvailable in beta: Policy Visualization across Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and Drive. Learn more2024-07-15
DriveAvailable in beta: Migrate sensitive files to Google Drive with client-side encryption. Learn more2024-07-15
DriveGoogle Drive inventory reporting is now available in open beta. Learn more2024-07-22
DriveAutomatically generated captions for videos in Google Drive. Learn more2024-07-22
DrivePrevent downloading, printing, or copying files by combining Data Loss Prevention rules with Context-Aware Access conditions. Learn more2024-07-29
DriveGemini in the side panel of Google Drive introduces a new PDF viewing experience. Learn more2024-08-12
DriveSave files scanned in the Google Drive Android app as a .JPEG. Learn more2024-08-12
DriveSend emails about your files to collaborators using the sharing dialog in Workspace apps. Learn more2024-08-19
DriveBusiness Starter customers will soon have access to shared drives. Learn more2024-08-26
DriveNew beta available that restricts access to folders in Google Drive. Learn more2024-09-16
DriveView your most relevant Google Drive folders and files on a single page. Learn more2024-09-23
DriveAccess filter chips more easily in Google Drive search. Learn more2024-09-30
DriveThe Option List field type is now two separate field types in Label Manager. Learn more2024-09-30
EducationIntroducing Gemini offerings for Google Workspace for Education customers. Learn more2024-05-20
EducationIntroducing Google Meet LTI™. Learn more2024-07-22
EducationImproved collaboration with Google Workspace LTI™ integrations in PowerSchool Schoology Learning. Learn more2024-07-22
EducationAI Classification in Google Drive is now available for the Gemini Education Premium add-on. Learn more2024-07-22
EducationAdmins can now centrally set default grading settings for teachers in their district. Learn more2024-07-29
EducationGoogle Workspace for Education users can now set and share personal pronouns and name pronunciation. Learn more2024-08-26
EducationAdditional data protection in Gemini (gemini.google.com) when using a school account is now available. Learn more2024-08-26
FormsAvailable in open beta: Build AppSheet automations using Google Forms. Learn more2024-04-29
FormsNow generally available: Build AppSheet automations using Google Forms. Learn more2024-06-17
FormsAdding Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to form content in Google Forms. Learn more2024-07-22
GeminiControl your users’ access to new Gemini for Google Workspace features before general availability. Learn more2024-04-08
GeminiTrack usage for Gemini for Workspace users in the Admin console. Learn more2024-04-08
GeminiIntroducing a new AI Security add-on for Google Workspace. Learn more2024-04-08
GeminiIntroducing the AI Meetings and Messaging for Google Workspace add-on. Learn more2024-04-08
GeminiExport Gemini data for users in your organization. Learn more2024-04-22
GeminiGemini (gemini.google.com) is now available to Google Workspace users in more territories and languages. Learn more2024-05-13
GeminiGemini for Google Workspace feature Help me write now available in Spanish and Portuguese. Learn more2024-05-13
GeminiGemini for Workspace usage reports are now available in Admin console. Learn more2024-05-27
GeminiIntroducing Gemini offerings for Google Workspace for Education customers. Learn more2024-05-20
GeminiAdding audit logs for Gemini for Google Workspace activity. Learn more2024-06-10
GeminiUpdates for Gemini for Workspace usage reports in the Admin console. Learn more2024-06-24
GeminiYour users can now express interest in Gemini for Google Workspace. Learn more2024-06-24
GeminiGemini in the side panel of Gmail is rolling out now. Learn more2024-07-07
GeminiGoogle Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs are now available in open beta for Gemini (gemini.google.com). Learn more2024-07-15
GeminiSOC compliance for Gemini. Learn more2024-08-12
GeminiUpload additional types of documents to Gemini (gemini.google.com) for insights and analysis. Learn more2024-08-26
GeminiCustomize Gemini (gemini.google.com) for your specific needs with Gems. Learn more2024-08-26
GeminiGemini (gemini.google.com) now shows related content links in its responses. Learn more2024-09-02
GeminiGemini reports now include user-level usage, including app usage insights. Learn more2024-09-09
GeminiNew “Gemini Advanced” branding for Gemini for Google Workspace add-on users. Learn more2024-09-23
GmailCreate fully customized email campaigns using new layout editor tool. Learn more2024-04-08
GmailGemini in the side panel of Gmail is rolling out now. Learn more2024-07-07
GmailGoogle Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs are now available in open beta for Gemini (gemini.google.com). Learn more2024-07-15
GmailEnhancing your productivity on Android devices with new features in Gmail and Google Chat apps. Learn more2024-07-22
GmailRefine emails faster with updates to Help me write in Gmail. Learn more2024-08-19
GmailReply to emails in Gmail faster on Android devices. Learn more2024-08-26
GmailGmail Q&A: A new way of searching your inbox with Gemini on Android devices. Learn more2024-08-26
GmailGemini in Gmail will now provide contextual Smart Replies. Learn more2024-09-23
GmailGmail allows more senders to protect their brand using BIMI Common Mark Certificates. Learn more2024-09-23
GmailBeta update: Data Loss Prevention enforcement in Gmail is now instantaneous. Learn more2024-09-30
GmailGmail Q&A now available on iOS devices. Learn more2024-09-30
GmailIntroducing new summary cards for purchase information in the Gmail mobile app. Learn more2024-09-30
Google WorkspaceIntroducing a new AI Security add-on for Google Workspace. Learn more2024-04-08
Google WorkspaceIntroducing the AI Meetings and Messaging for Google Workspace add-on. Learn more2024-04-08
Google WorkspaceImportant policy updates for Early Access apps starting July 30, 2024. Learn more2024-07-01
Google WorkspaceEmpowering Google Workspace customers to take control of their emissions with Electricity Maps. Learn more2024-09-02
Google WorkspaceNotebookLM now available as an Additional Service. Learn more2024-09-16
IdentityA simplified experience for Google Workspace users to add 2-Step Verification (2SV) methods. Learn more2024-05-06
KeepMulti-account support now available for Google Keep on large screen Android devices. Learn more2024-06-24
MarketplaceImproving the Google Workspace Marketplace app publishing experience with Drafts. Learn more2024-09-09
MeetSubtly enhance your appearance with portrait touch-up when using Google Meet on the web. Learn more2024-04-01
MeetExternal participants can now join Google Meet client-side encrypted calls. Learn more2024-04-22
MeetGoogle Meet increases support for ultra-low latency live streaming to the first 25,000 viewers. Learn more2024-04-29
MeetSeamlessly transfer between devices during a Google Meet call. Learn more2024-05-06
MeetInteractive features now available for ultra-low latency live streams on mobile devices. Learn more2024-05-27
MeetScroll and zoom while presenting in Google Meet. Learn more2024-06-03
MeetGoogle Meet adds 52 new languages to translated captions and 11 more languages for closed captions. Learn more2024-06-17
MeetPre-configure meeting notes, recordings, and transcripts from the Calendar invite. Learn more2024-07-08
MeetAccess Google Meet artifacts with a new Google Drive API scope. Learn more2024-07-08
MeetUpdated design for meeting controls in Google Meet. Learn more2024-07-22
MeetIntroducing Google Meet LTI™. Learn more2024-07-22
MeetReduce live-stream bandwidth consumption to a fraction of the traffic volume with eCDN for Google Meet. Learn more2024-07-22
MeetGoogle Meet annotation updates for mobile devices. Learn more2024-07-29
Meet“Take notes for me” in Google Meet is rolling out soon; pre-configure access with a new admin setting. Learn more2024-08-05
MeetGoogle Meet increases ultra-low latency live streaming support to 100,000 viewers in distributed audiences. Learn more2024-08-19
Meet“Take notes for me” in Google Meet is now available. Learn more2024-08-26
MeetPicture-in-picture in Google Meet will now open automatically when switching tabs. Learn more2024-08-26
MeetGoogle Meet provides consolidated email for all meeting artifacts. Learn more2024-08-26
MeetTeamViewer Add-on for Google Meet now supports remote desktop. Learn more2024-09-09
MeetGoogle Meet Add-ons SDK is now generally available. Learn more2024-09-09
MeetIntroducing Dual Screen on Meet. Learn more2024-09-16
MeetNew Watermarking in Google Meet Helps Protect Your Meeting Content. Learn more2024-09-30
MeetAutomate meeting recording, transcripts and notes for your Google Meet meetings. Learn more2024-10-07
Meet HardwareChanges to displaying the “deprovisioned” status for Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-04-08
Meet HardwareLaunch the FigJam whiteboard app directly from Google Meet Series One Board 65 and Desk 27 devices. Learn more2024-04-15
Meet HardwareGet notified about application load failures for your Google Meet Hardware devices. Learn more2024-04-22
Meet HardwareSet the default camera framing option for Google Meet hardware devices, and other framing updates. Learn more2024-05-13
Meet HardwareImproving suspension alerting for Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-05-06
Meet HardwareFilter, sort, and display your Google Meet hardware devices by product service status. Learn more2024-05-20
Meet HardwareGoogle Meet now supports high definition video for meeting recording and devices. Learn more2024-06-10
Meet HardwareGoogle Meet and Zoom interoperability now includes presented content via a wired HDMI connection. Learn more2024-07-08
Meet HardwareRollout Update: setting the default camera framing option for Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-07-08
Meet HardwareClearer re-enrollment for Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-07-15
Meet HardwareGoogle Meet hardware event logs are now available in the security investigation tool and BigQuery. Learn more2024-08-12
Meet HardwareSave time managing your Meet Hardware fleet with new device filters. Learn more2024-08-12
Meet HardwareGoogle Meet on Android is now available for Logitech Rally Bar Huddle. Learn more2024-08-12
Meet HardwareCo-annotate from select Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-09-09
Meet HardwarePreview and test upcoming features on Google Meet hardware devices. Learn more2024-09-23
Mobile managementConfigure managed iOS apps for your users using Google Mobile Device Management. Learn more2024-04-29
Mobile managementBlock compromised mobile devices using context-aware access. Learn more2024-05-06
Mobile managementUse the Apple Volume Purchasing Program (VPP) to distribute apps for device enrollment and company owned devices. Learn more2024-07-08
Mobile managementAdditional iOS data exfiltration enhancement: account level data sharing between Google Workspace apps and non-Google Workspace apps on or off. Learn more2024-09-16
SecurityAssign the audit and investigation privilege on a per-application basis. Learn more2024-04-01
SecurityClient-side encryption can now be selected as a data loss prevention condition. Learn more2024-04-22
SecurityExternal participants can now join Google Meet client-side encrypted calls. Learn more2024-04-22
SecurityWorkspace Data Protection rules are now available for Gmail in Beta. Learn more2024-04-22
SecurityBlock compromised mobile devices using context-aware access. Learn more2024-05-06
SecurityExternal users can now securely collaborate on client-side encrypted files. Learn more2024-06-17
SecurityAccess Management is now generally available in the European Union. Learn more2024-07-07
SecurityIntroducing a new experience for data regions reporting. Learn more2024-07-07
SecurityAvailable in beta: Policy Visualization across Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and Drive. Learn more2024-07-15
SecurityAvailable in beta: Migrate sensitive files to Google Drive with client-side encryption. Learn more2024-07-15
SecurityEnable Classification labels on specific Google Workspace applications. Learn more2024-07-22
SecurityAdding Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to form content in Google Forms. Learn more2024-07-22
SecurityPrevent downloading, printing, or copying files by combining Data Loss Prevention rules with Context-Aware Access conditions. Learn more2024-07-29
SecurityGoogle Meet hardware event logs are now available in the security investigation tool and BigQuery. Learn more2024-08-12
SecurityIntroducing security advisor, a new set of tools and insights to help small businesses protect their organization against cyber attacks. Learn more2024-09-23
SecurityBeta update: Data Loss Prevention enforcement in Gmail is now instantaneous. Learn more2024-09-30
SheetsCreate Looker Studio reports from Google Sheets. Learn more2024-04-22
SheetsEasily convert data to dropdown chips in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-05-27
SheetsNow generally available: Edit client-side encrypted Excel files in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-05-27
SheetsExpanding row limits in Connected Sheets for BigQuery. Learn more2024-05-20
SheetsNew ways to quickly format and organize data with tables in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-06-03
SheetsStay up to date on important changes in your Google Sheets. Learn more2024-06-17
SheetsImproving calculation speed in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-06-24
SheetsAllow dropdown chips to have multiple selections in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-07-22
SheetsAllowlist and Audit Logs for URLs accessed from Google Apps Script and Google Sheets. Learn more2024-07-29
SheetsImproving tables in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-07-29
SheetsView and structure Google Form data as a table in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-09-02
SheetsUse intelligent suggestions for table conversion in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-09-02
SheetsNew advancements in Connected Sheets for Looker. Learn more2024-09-09
SheetsAdditional improvements to tables in Google Sheets. Learn more2024-09-16
SheetsUse Gemini in Google Sheets to generate structured tables. Learn more2024-09-23
SitesAddress access permissions for Google Drive embeds in Google Sites. Learn more2024-04-08
SlidesExpanding Slides recordings to Microsoft Edge. Learn more2024-05-06
SlidesExpanding voice typing and automatic captions to additional browsers. Learn more2024-06-10
SlidesSwitch between edit, view and comment mode in Google Slides. Learn more2024-06-03
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