Google Workspace Changes

Developers can now build Google Chat apps using the Workspace add-on framework for building single apps across multiple Workspace applications.

The ability for developers to build Google Chat apps using the Workspace add-on framework is now generally available. This framework allows developers to build and maintain a single application that functions across various Workspace apps, including Gmail, Calendar, Drive, and Chat. This simplifies development, administration, and end-user experience by enabling features like link previews, task automation, external service notifications, and combining third-party data within Workspace.

Introducing Lucidchart and Lucidspark apps in Google Chat for improved collaboration and document access.

Lucidchart and Lucidspark, third-party add-ons for diagramming and virtual whiteboarding, are now integrated directly into Google Chat. This integration allows users to get immediate previews of Lucidspark and Lucidchart links shared in Chat conversations and use the “/lucidsearch” command to find and share Lucid documents instantly, enhancing team alignment by bringing visual context into conversations.