Google Workspace Changes

Introducing variable chips, a new feature that makes document creation for things like invoices, contracts, or broader communications much easier.

Today, we’re introducing variable chips, a new feature that makes document creation for things like invoices, contracts, or broader communications much easier. Simply pre-define and insert placeholders such as a client name, contract number, or an address, and then update it throughout an entire document by editing the value in one place.

Introduction of variable chips in Google Docs to simplify document creation with dynamic placeholders.

Google Docs is introducing variable chips, a new feature that allows users to pre-define and insert placeholders—such as client names, contract numbers, or addresses—and update them throughout an entire document by editing the value in one place. This makes the creation of templates for invoices, contracts, and broader communications more straightforward.

New timer and time-of-day chips in Google Docs

Google Docs is introducing new timer chips to help users timebox activities and ensure productivity, as well as a time-of-day chip that can be added to date chips by typing "@today" and selecting "Set time".

Collaborate on Google Calendar invites using a new building block in Google Docs.

Google Docs has introduced a new building block that allows users to collaborate with others to draft calendar invites. This feature is useful for stakeholders to coordinate dates, times, attendees, and event descriptions before sending. Users can access this by typing '@Calendar event draft' or navigating to Insert > Building blocks > Calendar event draft, and then clicking the Calendar icon to transfer the details to Google Calendar.

Introduction of custom building blocks in Google Docs for reusable content.

Google Docs now allows users to create custom building blocks by saving specific snippets of text, tables, and chips as reusable components. These blocks are stored in a dedicated Google Drive folder and can be easily inserted into other documents using the '@' menu, streamlining workflows for common templates like project kickoffs or checklists.