Google Calendar's web client gains a Gemini in Workspace side ...
Gemini is positioning itself to be your personal assistant, and Google has been integrating Gemini side panels into Workspace apps and web clients. The latest addition to receive this treatment is Google Calendar. As reported by 9to5Google, the Gemini side panel is currently undergoing testing in Calendar as part of Workspace Labs.
Functionality of Gemini in Google Calendar
Google has outlined the full functionality of Gemini in Google Calendar in a support document. The support document explains that Gemini in Google Calendar allows users to check their schedule, create events, or look up event details, all within the Calendar interface.
Android Central had the opportunity to test the Gemini side panel in Google Calendar, which offers four suggestions on how users can utilize it for maximum productivity.
The suggestions presented by Google offer insights into how Gemini in Google Calendar can function as an AI-based personal assistant, assisting users in managing their schedules and events effectively.
Managing Conversation History with Gemini
Google highlights that conversation history with Gemini in Calendar can be easily lost under certain circumstances, such as browser refreshes, Calendar closure and reopening, or internet connection loss. Users also have the option to manually clear their conversation history by accessing the three-dot menu and selecting "Clear history."
Since Gemini for Google Workspace is an evolving feature, the support document mentions that responses may not always be perfect. Google encourages users to provide feedback in case of inaccurate suggestions or concerns about safety. User feedback plays a vital role in improving AI-assisted Workspace features and Google's broader AI initiatives.
Disabling the Gemini Feature
The only way to disable the Gemini feature is by leaving Workspace Labs, which is a permanent decision. By opting out of Workspace Labs, users forfeit access to all Labs features and won't be able to rejoin in the future. To join Workspace Labs or learn more about its features, interested individuals can sign up here.
