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Unless otherwise indicated, the features below are available to all Google Workspace customers, and are fully launched or in the process of rolling out. Rollouts should take no more than 15 business days to complete if launching to both Rapid and Scheduled Release at the same time. If not, each stage of rollout should take no more than 15 business days to complete.
Allow dropdown chips to have multiple selections in Google Sheets
Previously, dropdowns could only have one value selected in Google Sheets. Starting this week, we’re introducing the ability to allow for multiple selections within a dropdown. This functionality is useful in scenarios when multiple project milestones, statuses, or teams are applicable for one item. | Rolling out to Rapid Release domains now; launch to Scheduled Release domains planned for August 12, 2024. | Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts. | Learn more about inserting dropdown chips in Google Sheets.
Previous announcements
The announcements below were published on the Workspace Updates blog earlier this week. Please refer to the original blog posts for complete details.
Google Drive inventory reporting is now available in open beta
Google Drive inventory reporting is now available in open beta, providing admins with enhanced visibility into the state of their data assets. | Learn more about Drive inventory reporting.
Reduce live-stream bandwidth consumption to a fraction of the traffic volume with eCDN for Google Meet
In September 2023, we introduced ultra-low latency livestreaming and since then we’ve introduced several improvements for the overall experience. This week, we’re excited to introduce the latest enhancement for ultra-low latency live streaming: Enterprise Content Delivery Network (eCDN) support for Google Meet. | Learn more about reducing live-stream bandwidth.
Adding Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to form content in Google Forms
We’re continually investing in data protection capabilities for Google Forms. We’ve already enabled data loss prevention (DLP) for Google Drive policies that apply to files submitted in external Forms, including Forms from external organizations. To expand on this, we’re announcing that DLP policies for form content in Google Forms is now generally available. | Learn more about DLP with Forms.
Enable Classification labels on specific Google Workspace applications
To improve granularity in enabling & governing labels, we are replacing and improving the existing “Labels” setting within Apps > Google Workspace > Drive & Docs and adding label-level application toggles to the Label Manager tool. | Learn more about classification labels on Workspace apps.
Introducing Google Meet LTI™
To help improve remote and hybrid learning, we’re introducing Google Meet LTI™ for Canvas by Instructure and PowerSchool Schoology Learning. This builds on the existing Google Workspace Learning Interoperability Tools including Assignments LTI™ and Google Drive LTI™. | Learn more about Meet LTI™
Improved collaboration with Google Workspace LTI™ integrations in PowerSchool Schoology Learning
In order to bring the collaborative power of Google Workspace for Education to even more partners, we’re excited to announce updated Google Workspace LTI™ integrations in Schoology. | Learn more about Workspace LTI™ integration in PowerSchool Schoology.
Automatically generated captions for videos in Google Drive
Starting this week, when you upload a video to Google Drive, captions for the video can be automatically generated. | Learn more about generated captions for Drive videos.
Label administration is becoming more discoverable and flexible in the Admin console
We’re introducing several changes to make labels more discoverable and flexible for organizations. | Learn more about labels in the Admin console.
AI Classification in Google Drive is now available for the Gemini Education Premium add-on
We’re expanding the availability of AI Classification in Google Drive to Google Workspace for Education customers with the Gemini Education Premium add-on. | Learn more about AI Classification in Drive.
Enhancing your productivity on Android devices with new features in Gmail and Google Chat apps
We’re introducing numerous improvements across the Gmail and Google Chat apps on Android foldables and tablets in order to enhance your productivity when using these devices. | Learn more about Android features in Gmail and Google Chat apps.
Completed rollouts
The features below completed their rollouts to Rapid Release domains, Scheduled Release domains, or both. Please refer to the original blog posts for additional details.
Rapid Release Domains:
Import and export Markdown in Google DocsAll new appointments need to be booked through appointment schedules in Google Calendar (Disabling the creation of appointment slots)
Rapid and Scheduled Release Domains:
Manage access to eSignature in Google Workspace / eSignature is now available for select Google Workspace customers (end user setting)Access Management is now generally available in the European UnionManage your compliance and data controls from a single source in the Admin consolePre-configure meeting notes, recordings, and transcripts from the Calendar invite (iOS)Google Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs are now available in open beta for Gemini (gemini.google.com)Google Drive inventory reporting is now available in open betaEnable Classification labels on specific Google Workspace applicationsIntroducing Google Meet LTI™Improved collaboration with Google Workspace LTI™ integrations in PowerSchool Schoology LearningAutomatically generated captions for videos in Google DriveEnhancing your productivity on Android devices with new features in Gmail and Google Chat apps
For a recap of announcements in the past six months, check out What’s new in Google Workspace (recent releases).
