October 1, 2025
What’s changing
We're making it quicker and easier to find and use your favorite apps and actions in Google Chat with a redesigned integrations menu that lets you search for apps and execute commands with fewer clicks. The menu is accessible through the "+" button next to the compose bar or by typing "/". For example, you can now simply type "/poll" to start a Poll using the Poll app, or press the “+” button and see options to create a calendar invite, upload a Drive file, send a Meet link, or more.
Getting started
- Admins: Chat apps can be managed at the domain, OU, or group level. Use our Help Center to learn more about how to manage Chat apps within your organization.
- End users: This feature will be on by default. See our Help Center to learn more about how to use apps in Google Chat.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on September 29, 2025.
Availability
- Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts
