Google Workspace Wednesday

Issue #147 / 08-APR-26

Create, edit and share videos at no cost in Google Vids

Google Vids is an intuitive, easy-to-use video editing suite that helps you turn your ideas into polished stories. Google is adding more advanced capabilities like high-quality video generation for all users, custom music generation, and AI avatars to help you create more in Vids.

Greater control and error visibility for Google Sheets formulas

Google is introducing updates to the logic and parameter support for a targeted set of Sheets functions. These changes are designed to improve error visibility, offer more control over data, and ensure seamless compatibility when importing files. You can troubleshoot complex spreadsheets more effectively and import external files with confidence, knowing your formulas will evaluate as expected.

Enabling user-initiated purchases, starting with higher access to advanced AI features in Workspace

A new capability will allow end users to purchase Google Workspace add-ons directly, starting with the AI Expanded Access add-on for users in the United States and Canada with a Workspace Business edition. This feature is designed to help address the growing demand for AI tools while simplifying how users can get higher access to the latest advanced AI tools in Workspace.

Google Meet is now available on CarPlay

Google Meet for Apple CarPlay allows on-the-go professionals to stay connected hands-free and join meetings safely while on the road. With this update, users can now access Google Meet directly from their car's dashboard. This feature is designed to provide a seamless transition from your mobile iOS device to your vehicle, ensuring you never miss an important discussion.

Migration update on restricted access items

Last year, Google stopped allowing restricted access on specific files and folders within a shared folder in Google Drive, and instead required that restricted access be managed consistently via the limited access folder setting. With this update, all items with legacy restricted access will be automatically migrated to use the limited access setting instead.

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