Tag: Google Workspace

  • Google Docs Introduces AI for Easy Formatted Document Creation

    Google Docs Introduces AI for Easy Formatted Document Creation

    Google has rolled out an exciting new tool for Docs that utilizes the Gemini AI model to help users create formatted documents.

    Ease of Document Creation

    As posted on the company’s support pages (via Gadgets360), this feature allows you to request Docs to produce a variety of documents such as proposals, project trackers, document ideas, blog posts, press releases, campaign briefs, dinner party menus, newsletters, itineraries, and even more.

    To get started, users can simply click on "help me create" and provide a brief description of what they need. It is important to include at least one existing document by typing "@filename" for Gemini to generate content effectively.

    Availability and Limitations

    Currently, this feature is exclusively available in Google Workspace Alpha and the initial testing phase known as Google Workspace Labs. Google has indicated that they are gradually making this feature available, but it’s presently limited to desktop users and can only be used in new documents.

    However, there are certain restrictions. Google has pointed out that it cannot "incorporate web search results or content from your Workspace files," nor can it "generate cover or inline images of people." Additionally, it is restricted to "content extraction" from files and is unable to replicate the "structure or style" of those documents.

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  • Google’s AI Video Generator Launches for Workspaces Users

    Google’s AI Video Generator Launches for Workspaces Users

    Google is broadening the reach of its Gemini-driven video generator to certain Workspace SKUs. Workspace is a cloud-based productivity solution designed for businesses, offering a variety of applications and tools. At the moment, it’s available for Workspace Labs and Gemini Alpha users, with a wider rollout anticipated by the year’s end.

    Video Creation for Project Management

    The video generator is marketed by Google as a tool for project management, enabling the creation of videos from text prompts or documents shared via Google Drive. It utilizes the Gemini system to propose scenes and outlines for the videos.

    Features and Templates

    According to the company, Vids can produce "dynamic, engaging videos" using "millions of high-quality royalty-free media assets." It has the capability to craft storyboards that include suggested scenes and background music. Additionally, there are numerous pre-designed templates catering to different scenarios.

    Users have the option to record themselves and integrate their clips into the video. The generator can also create teleprompter logs suitable for meetings and presentations. Moreover, it provides voiceover audio features, allowing users to choose from preset voices that match the desired mood or purpose. Files can be easily inserted from Google Drive through a simple drag-and-drop process.

    Sharing and Accessibility

    Videos can be shared with other users via Google Drive, and there’s a feature to automatically generate closed captions. This adds an extra layer of accessibility for viewers.

    Google emphasizes that Vids can create "dynamic, engaging videos" using "millions of high-quality royalty-free media assets." The tool is designed to produce storyboards with suggested scenes and accompanying background music. There are also several pre-built templates tailored for various scenarios.

    Users can record themselves and add their footage into the video, while also generating teleprompter logs for meetings and speeches. The software supports voiceover audio, offering preset voice selections based on the mood or intent. You can easily drag and drop files from Google Drive into the workspace.

    Videos can be shared through Google Drive, and an automatic closed captioning option enhances usability for all users.

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