Google Workspace users are set to receive new artificial intelligence capabilities, with the introduction of Gems to various applications. Announced by the company on Wednesday, Gems allow users to engage with custom AI experts designed to handle specific tasks. While these features have been accessible through the Gemini app and website since August 2024, they are now being extended to popular Google Workspace apps such as Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail. Users can find Gems via the Gemini side panel within these platforms.
Gems Launched in Google Workspace Apps
In a recent blog post, Google confirmed the rollout of Gems to its Workspace suite. This feature is available exclusively to users with paid individual and enterprise accounts who have already been using the Gemini side panel.
Gems function as a more simplified version of the Gemini chatbot, allowing users to set specific instructions for tasks without having to repeat them. This efficiency helps streamline workflows, as users can tailor Gems to their needs by inputting text, files, and images to enhance the accuracy of their responses.
Gems in Google Workspace apps
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Within the new side panel, users will find a selection of ready-to-use Gems. Options include a Writing Editor that offers feedback on text, a Brainstormer that generates creative ideas for projects, and a Sales Pitch Ideator designed to assist in crafting compelling pitches for clients, among others.
Beyond the pre-configured Gems, users have the option to build their own Gems from the ground up by clicking the “Create a new Gem” button at the top of the side panel. This initiative allows users to define roles and instructions for their customized Gems. These personalized tools can assist in writing and analyzing code, drafting posts, providing summaries, and more.
Because Gems are integrated into the Workspace apps, users can seamlessly utilize the generated outputs in their ongoing projects, with newly created Gems appearing across all Workspace applications.
