Google has officially launched the Gemini side panel, previously known as Duet AI, across various Workspace apps, following its debut announcement at I/O 2024. This enhancement brings advanced AI capabilities directly into paid versions of Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides, as well as Google One AI Premium subscriptions.
Enhanced Productivity Features
The Gemini side panel integrates Gemini 1.5 Pro technology, offering tailored AI functionalities within each Workspace application:
- Docs: Users can leverage AI to refine content, summarize information, brainstorm ideas, and create content based on existing files.
- Slides: AI assists in generating new slides, creating custom images, and summarizing presentations.
- Sheets: Enhancements include organizing data, creating tables, generating formulas, and providing task-specific guidance.
- Drive: Users can quickly summarize documents, obtain project insights, and perform detailed research without navigating multiple files.
- Gmail: Features include summarizing email threads, suggesting responses, drafting emails, and retrieving specific information from emails and Drive files.
User-Friendly Integration
Accessible directly from the web interface, users can activate the Gemini side panel by clicking the “Ask Gemini” option near their profile avatar. This streamlined experience eliminates the need to switch tabs, offering immediate AI-driven assistance tailored to user queries and automatically summarizing content being worked on.
Deployment and Accessibility
Initially introduced through Workspace Labs and the Gemini for Workspace Alpha program, the Gemini side panel is now entering general availability. Google plans to complete the rollout across all eligible Workspace customers in the coming weeks, enhancing productivity through seamless AI integration.
Continued Innovation
Google continues to expand its AI-powered features within Workspace, complementing existing tools like “Help me write,” visualize, and organize. These advancements reflect Google’s commitment to empowering users with intelligent tools that streamline workflows and enhance productivity across professional tasks.
For more details on the Gemini side panel rollout and its impact on Workspace productivity, visit the full article on 9to5Google. Google’s integration of advanced AI capabilities underscores its leadership in leveraging technology to redefine productivity tools for businesses and professionals.