Google Workspace Changes

Updated version (v1.1.132.0) of the Google Drive plug-in for Microsoft Office

Google has released version v1.1.132.0 of the Google Drive plug-in for Microsoft Office. This update introduces the ability for customers to send feedback from the settings menu and a new per-machine based enterprise installer for internal software distribution. Additionally, it fixes an 'unknown error' that occurred when saving sharing changes and resolves Japanese language UI issues.

Smarter sorting experience for the 'Recent' view in Google Drive on the web.

Google Drive is introducing a smarter sorting experience for the 'Recent' view on the web. The update replaces the previous sorting dropdown options ('Last modified,' 'Last modified by me,' and 'Last opened by me') with a dynamically-generated view based on the user's actions. Items will continue to be segmented into time-based sections, and the UI will now indicate whether an item was opened, modified, or uploaded by the user, prioritizing items the user interacted with over those acted upon by collaborators.

Viewing shared files without a Google Account on Android

Google Drive for Android now allows users to view shared files without requiring a Google Account, bringing the Android app experience in line with the web version.

Custom sharing messages for Google Drive on iOS

To provide a more consistent experience across platforms, users of the Google Drive and Docs editor apps on iOS can now add custom messages to recipients directly from the app when sharing a file.

Mobile sharing notifications for Android and iOS

Users of the Google Drive app on Android and iOS can now receive mobile notifications when a file or folder is shared with them or when someone requests access to their content, allowing them to open files or grant access instantly from their mobile device.

Improved previews for Excel and other spreadsheet files in Google Drive and Gmail.

Google is introducing a more consistent and useful experience when previewing Excel and other spreadsheet files (such as .csv, .tsv, and .ods) in Google Drive and Gmail on the web. These files will now be displayed in a view-only format that is searchable and easily navigable, allowing users to print, download, share, or open the file in Google Sheets or another app for editing.