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# GOOGLE CHAT INTERFACE HAS UNDERGONE MINOR TWEAKS
If you’ve been using Google Chat lately, you may have noticed some small changes the company has made to its interface. These include rounded buttons and a search bar, as well as blue accents throughout. There are also slight modifications to the main message view, compose setup, new topic button, and the thread panel within direct messages and spaces.
# GOOGLE CHAT ANNOUNCES NEW FEATURE FOR SPACE MANAGERS
Google has recently announced a new Chat feature that is similar to Slack’s announcement-only channels. Space Managers can create a dedicated announcements space, which is a handy way to keep all the members of a team on the same page. This means that important updates won’t be lost, as they will be easier to locate.
# NO MAJOR CHANGES BUT UPDATE BRINGS A REFRESHING LOOK
The redesign of the Google Chat platform will be rolling out within the next few weeks, and while there won’t be any unpredictable changes, the new design will bring a refreshing look to the platform. If you notice that Google Chat looks slightly different, you’ll know why.
As a way of enhancing user experience, Google has made these minor tweaks to the Chat interface, which brings improved functionality, smooth navigation, and better user experience. The announcement-only channels feature is an excellent addition, as it provides better organization and teamwork among team members.
Sources:
– Google Workspace Updates: https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2023/04/announcements-in-google-chat.html
– Slack: https://slack.com/blog/transformation/managing-slack-at-scale-announcement-channels-and-new-admin-apis
