Google Workspace Features
File Management (5)
Device Syncing
As reported in 7975 Google Workspace reviews. Provides functionality that manages file syncing between both PC and Mobile devices to ensure files are up to date no matter who or what device they are updated on
Web Interface
Ability to access documents via a web interface without a client being installed on a device 8031 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
File Type Support
Based on 8120 Google Workspace reviews. Supports all required file types including but not limited to: Google Docs, MS Office, images, videos, etc.
Search
Can easily find files via a simple and/or advanced search This feature was mentioned in 8163 Google Workspace reviews.
Mobile Apps
As reported in 7759 Google Workspace reviews. iOS, Android and Windows phone apps provide functionality that enable user to perform same functions as they would on a PC
Collaboration (9)
File following
Allows users to receive updates when files have been updated, added, deleted or moved. This feature was mentioned in 7553 Google Workspace reviews.
File Sharing
Allows users to share individual files/folders to persons outside or inside organization. Ability to assign edit or view only privileges. 8334 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Simultaneously Editing
Based on 7855 Google Workspace reviews. Users can work simultaneously on files.
Change Tracking / Audit Logs
Provides an audit log of changes and enables users to revert to a specific version 6837 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Cloud collaboration
Based on 1287 Google Workspace reviews. Allow multiple users to collaborate within an application.
Annotations
As reported in 1180 Google Workspace reviews. Offer annotation and commenting tools within each application for collaborative communication.
Simultaneously editing
Based on 1272 Google Workspace reviews. Users can work simultaneously on files.
Multi-User Collaboration
As reported in 1476 Google Workspace reviews. Allows multiple users to collaborate on a single document and see edits in real-time
Real-Time Communication
As reported in 1459 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to communicate in real-time via chat and comments within the document
Administration (6)
User and Role Management
Enables administrator to provide segmented access to tool based on role. Easy to create new users and remove users. 6011 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Policies and Controls
Based on 5840 Google Workspace reviews. Ability to control by user/group file/folder access, external sharing permissions, editing policies, device location restrictions, sharing by device, etc.
Device Management
Based on 5798 Google Workspace reviews. Admins can restrict access to files by device in the event of lost/stolen devices as well as users that no long work for organization. Also may provide ability to wipe files from devices remotely.
Storage Limits
Administer storage limits by user or group 6281 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Storage Zones
As reported in 5285 Google Workspace reviews. Choose data center your files should be stored at
Security
Stores and transfers files in secure environment This feature was mentioned in 6400 Google Workspace reviews.
Platform (4)
Performance and Reliability
Software is consistently available (up-time) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took. This feature was mentioned in 2126 Google Workspace reviews.
Reporting and Auditing
Based on 1730 Google Workspace reviews. Access pre-built and custom reports to monitor user activity and storage
System of Record Integration
Based on 1655 Google Workspace reviews. Integrates to systems other systems of record such as CRM, ERP, Outlook, Sharepoint
APIs
Based on 1495 Google Workspace reviews. Enables custom integration to external systems
Customizations (4)
Templates
Provides ready-made templates for simplified website creation. 425 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Drag and Drop
Allows users to drag and drop items and content to customize their site's look. This feature was mentioned in 427 Google Workspace reviews.
HTML Input
Based on 393 Google Workspace reviews. Permits HTML-savvy administrators to input code to uniquely customize their website.
Domain Name
Offers customers the option to purchase a unique domain name. 403 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Growth (5)
SEO
As reported in 334 Google Workspace reviews. Provides insight into words that would increase search engine optimization.
Site Analytics
Gives users insight into unique pageviews, subscribers, location of viewers, etc. This feature was mentioned in 360 Google Workspace reviews.
Marketing Tools
Provides tools that aid in user marketing efforts. This feature was mentioned in 337 Google Workspace reviews.
E-Commerce
Based on 319 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to turn their website into an online store by offering e-commerce capabilities.
Hosting
Hosts domains within the tool. This feature was mentioned in 343 Google Workspace reviews.
Content (4)
Email Integrations
As reported in 387 Google Workspace reviews. Provides an email for users to field communication within their website builder too.
Content Management
Manages content such as blogs, marketing tools, newsletters, etc. 401 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Permissions
Allows administrators to create role or password-based permissions to ensure users see only what they should see. This feature was mentioned in 397 Google Workspace reviews.
WordPress Tool
Website Builder This feature was mentioned in 142 Google Workspace reviews.
Business Instant Messaging (6)
File Sharing
Allows users to send and open various file types. This feature was mentioned in 2093 Google Workspace reviews.
Notifications
Based on 2224 Google Workspace reviews. Notifies users when they have been contacted or tagged.
Search
Message content search capability. This feature was mentioned in 2042 Google Workspace reviews.
Mobile Application
Software can be accessed through a downloadable mobile application. This feature was mentioned in 2264 Google Workspace reviews.
Web Application
Software can be accessed through a downloadable desktop app or a cloud-based site. This feature was mentioned in 2333 Google Workspace reviews.
Integrations
Based on 1884 Google Workspace reviews. Application integrates with other outside software.
Business Instant Messaging (2)
Audio Conferencing
Based on 2184 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to communicate via audio call.
Video Conferencing
As reported in 2219 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to communicate via video call.
Conferencing Options (3)
Group Live Chat
As reported in 3047 Google Workspace reviews. Provides a live chat feed during a screen sharing session.
Audio Conferencing
Allows users to communicate via audio channels. 3108 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Video Conferencing
Allows users to communicate via video channels. 3200 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Presenter Tools (4)
Live Preview
Provides a live preview of what viewers are seeing in real-time. 2787 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Notifications Blocker
Blocks notifications from other applications from appearing during a screen sharing session. This feature was mentioned in 2395 Google Workspace reviews.
Remote Control
As reported in 2275 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to give audience members control of cursors or tools on the shared screen.
Switch Presenter
Allows presenters to relinguish presenter access to another user in a call. This feature was mentioned in 2689 Google Workspace reviews.
Application Tools (3)
Password Protection
As reported in 2453 Google Workspace reviews. Provides password protection to screen sharing sessions.
Recording
As reported in 2529 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to record screen sharing sessions for later review.
In-Browser Application
As reported in 2828 Google Workspace reviews. Software is available within browsers.
Platform Basics (3)
Slide Design
As reported in 1796 Google Workspace reviews. Provides a variety of slide design tools, such as animations, icons and transitions.
Presenter Tools
Based on 1790 Google Workspace reviews. Provides tools to help the presentation experience for both user and audience, including voice over narration and a presenter-only view with notes and annotations.
Auto Save
Provides an autosave option to prevent file loss. 1815 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Platform Content (4)
Charts
Gives users a variety of chart and graph options that can be editied within the presentation. This feature was mentioned in 1684 Google Workspace reviews.
Template Library
Based on 1688 Google Workspace reviews. Provides users with a pre-built library of useable slide templates.
Template Creator
Allows users to customize their own templates. This feature was mentioned in 1621 Google Workspace reviews.
File Sharing
Based on 1785 Google Workspace reviews. Provides robust sharing options.
Platform Additional Functionality (3)
Messaging
As reported in 1583 Google Workspace reviews. Contains in-application messaging abilities.
Mobility
As reported in 1686 Google Workspace reviews. Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Cloud
Provides a cloud based version of the platform This feature was mentioned in 1717 Google Workspace reviews.
Calculating (2)
Functions
As reported in 1833 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to create conditional formatting rules with mathematical functions and calculate simple and complex data sets.
Auto Recalculation
Recalculates values within cells automatically when function changes occur. This feature was mentioned in 1729 Google Workspace reviews.
Insights (2)
Charts and Graphs
Takes data and turns it into insightful visualizations in the form of charts, diagrams, graphs that are adjustable. This feature was mentioned in 1706 Google Workspace reviews.
Tables
Based on 1768 Google Workspace reviews. Lets users organize data into standard tables or pivot tables for additional mathematical insights.
Editing (3)
Templates
As reported in 1710 Google Workspace reviews. Lets users choose from a variety of spreadsheet templates with pre-made tables or pre-populated charts.
Collaborative Editing
Based on 1850 Google Workspace reviews. Allows multiple users to work within the same spreadsheet and see edits in real-time.
Filtering
Allows users to filter data sets depending on what they want to see or hide. 1766 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Functionality (4)
Addons
Based on 1569 Google Workspace reviews. Lets users download and store addons that further expand the functionality and features within the spreadsheet.
Multi Device Functionality
Access spreadsheets with multiple devices such as mobile or desktop. 1772 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Importing and Exporting
As reported in 1790 Google Workspace reviews. Allows seamless importing and exporting features into other spreadsheet software or document creation software.
Autosave
Provides the ability to periodically saves a user's spreadsheet automatically. This feature was mentioned in 1876 Google Workspace reviews.
Applications (3)
Basic applications
Based on 1303 Google Workspace reviews. Provides cloud or on-premise access to basic Office Suite applications such as document creation software, spreadsheets software, and presentation software.
Suite access
Based on 1248 Google Workspace reviews. Requires either a subscription, one-time payment, or free access to the suite.
Templates
As reported in 1204 Google Workspace reviews. Offer pre-built or customizable templates within each application.
Management (3)
Web Interface
Provides access to documents via a web interface. 1259 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
File Type Support
Allows users to save files under a variety of file types, such as doc, xls, and PDF. 1227 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Auto save
Autosaves files for users automatically. 1268 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Collaboration Tools (5)
Screen Sharing
Able to share your desktop screen or an application with the rest of the conference. 5906 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Presentations
Presenters can cue up a Powerpoint presentation or other slideshow for display in the conference. 4160 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Whiteboarding
Based on 3625 Google Workspace reviews. Provides a virtual whiteboard for collaborative use.
Live Chat
As reported in 4212 Google Workspace reviews. Conferences have a text chat feature.
Hand Raising
Allows conference participants to notifiy conference hosts when they want to speak. This feature was mentioned in 3943 Google Workspace reviews.
Meeting Coordination (4)
Scheduling
Based on 5769 Google Workspace reviews. Scheduling web meetings is streamlined, intuitive, and integrated into calendar and email software.
Recording
As reported in 5147 Google Workspace reviews. Conferences can be recorded for future use with native functionality.
Participant Permissions
The ability to grant users access to conferences as moderators, presenters or participants--individually or based on user role or group. This feature was mentioned in 5441 Google Workspace reviews.
One-Click Join
Allows users to join a conference without requiring a download or a sign-in 4148 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Software Type (3)
Mobile
Based on 5726 Google Workspace reviews. Offers a mobile app or mobile optimized website to video conference from smartphones or tablets.
Browser Application
Based on 4218 Google Workspace reviews. Conferences can be launched within a browser without requiring a user to download an application to their desktop.
Desktop Application
Software is available as a downloadable desktop application. This feature was mentioned in 3790 Google Workspace reviews.
Survey Management (4)
Survey Builder
Enables users to create surveys through a simple drag-and-drop or WYSIWYG editor 1010 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Question Types
Allows the use of various question types such as open-ended, closed-ended, multiple choice, and ratings 1035 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Templates
Based on 990 Google Workspace reviews. Offers pre-built templates for creating surveys with different audiences or use cases
Survey Distribution
As reported in 1008 Google Workspace reviews. Provides tools for distributing surveys through email, SMS, social media, etc.
Survey Customization (4)
Branching/Skip Logic
Helps create more intelligent surveys based on respondent's actions and answers This feature was mentioned in 862 Google Workspace reviews.
Branding
As reported in 911 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to customize survey colors, logos, and URLs to match company branding
Multimedia Support
Ability to embed videos, photos, or other rich media 909 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Multilingual Surveys
Allows for creation of surveys in different languages and advanced survey translation 753 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Survey Insights (4)
Reporting & Analytics
Provides tools to visualize and analyze data This feature was mentioned in 991 Google Workspace reviews.
BI Tools Integration
Allows integration with third -party reporting and business intelligence applications This feature was mentioned in 759 Google Workspace reviews.
Data Exporting
Allows users to export reports from the product into an .xsl, .csv, or .pdf file 968 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Permissions
As reported in 964 Google Workspace reviews. Allows administrators to set permissions on viewing, filtering, or sharing survey results
Support (1)
Customer Support
Customer Support This feature was mentioned in 149 Google Workspace reviews.
Calendar View (2)
Multi-Calendar View
Ability to view multiple calendars at once from within a single window 1424 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Customizable Viewing
Provides customizable viewing options (e.g., day, week, month, year) 1395 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Shared Calendar (2)
Calendar Collaboration
Ability to subscribe to other calendars for collaboration purposes or personal needs (work, family, school, etc.) 1435 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Multiple Calendar Management
As reported in 1399 Google Workspace reviews. Ability to manage multiple calendars at a time
Accessibility (2)
Screen Reader Compatibility
As reported in 1219 Google Workspace reviews. Calendar integrates with a screen reader to read and respond to calendar invites as well as schedule appointments and meetings
Keyboard Shortcuts
Calendar functions can be carried out with the use of keyboard shortcuts This feature was mentioned in 1274 Google Workspace reviews.
Integration (3)
Sync Multiple Calendars
The ability to automatically sync calendars across different calendar softwares (i.e. ability to sync a Google Calendar with an Outlook calendar) This feature was mentioned in 1336 Google Workspace reviews.
Import Events
Ability to import events from an existing account or another calendar This feature was mentioned in 1316 Google Workspace reviews.
Software Integrations
Integrates an existing calendar with another software application, such as Microsoft Teams or Slack 1325 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Notifications (2)
Customized Calendar Notifications
Based on 1365 Google Workspace reviews. Ability to customize calendar notifications including event reminders, how far in advance the notification should be received, and methods in which the notification is received (desktop notification vs. email)
Location-Based Alerts
Offers location-based alerts to assist with commuting to and from one location to another 1222 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Integrate & Embed (3)
Calendar
Integrates with calendars to link relevant documents for meetings or appointments This feature was mentioned in 1409 Google Workspace reviews.
Website
Embeds live documents into websites 1272 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Applications
Based on 1349 Google Workspace reviews. Integrates with third-party applications, such as business instant messaging software, collaboration tools, and project management software
Edit & Revise (3)
Revision History
Tracks changes made to documents and access all revision history 1453 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Suggestion Mode
When reviewing documents, provides suggestions that can be accepted or rejected by the document owner This feature was mentioned in 1406 Google Workspace reviews.
Document Editor
Provides editing and proof-reading tools such as spell check and grammar check This feature was mentioned in 1475 Google Workspace reviews.
File Types (3)
Export
Exports files in multiple file formats including .docx, .pdf, .odt, .rtf, .txt or .html format This feature was mentioned in 1472 Google Workspace reviews.
Import
As reported in 1442 Google Workspace reviews. Imports documents in multiple file formats for editing
Web Publishing
Transforms a document into a web page and publish to the internet This feature was mentioned in 1202 Google Workspace reviews.
Design (3)
Graphics
As reported in 1379 Google Workspace reviews. Ability to insert graphics, including photos, charts, drawings, graphs, etc.
Templates
Offers multiple editable templates for documents inluding flyers, resumes, calendars, newsletters, etc. This feature was mentioned in 1387 Google Workspace reviews.
Themes
Offer various color themes which can be applied to the document This feature was mentioned in 1380 Google Workspace reviews.
Operating System (3)
PC Operating System
As reported in 1319 Google Workspace reviews. Supports Microsoft Windows operating system
Mac Operating System
Based on 1297 Google Workspace reviews. Supports macOS operating system
Linux Operating System
As reported in 1057 Google Workspace reviews. Supports Linux operating system
Generative AI (21)
AI Text-to-Image
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 733 Google Workspace reviews.
AI Text-to-Speech
Based on 739 Google Workspace reviews. Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
AI Image-to-Text
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements. 734 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
AI Text Generation
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 720 Google Workspace reviews.
AI Text Summarization
As reported in 711 Google Workspace reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Image
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. 705 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
AI Text-to-Speech
As reported in 706 Google Workspace reviews. Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
AI Image-to-Text
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements. This feature was mentioned in 700 Google Workspace reviews.
AI Text Generation
Based on 803 Google Workspace reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
Based on 799 Google Workspace reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Speech
As reported in 797 Google Workspace reviews. Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
Autonomous Task Execution
Based on 299 Google Workspace reviews. Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases This feature was mentioned in 298 Google Workspace reviews.
Proactive Assistance
As reported in 294 Google Workspace reviews. Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
AI Text Generation
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 529 Google Workspace reviews.
AI Image-to-Text
As reported in 519 Google Workspace reviews. Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
AI Text-to-Video
Provides the ability to generate video from a text prompt. 515 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
AI Text Summarization
Based on 522 Google Workspace reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Music
Based on 507 Google Workspace reviews. Produces music based on provided style or parameters.
AI Text-to-Speech
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs. 514 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
AI Text-to-Image
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. 511 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging (1)
Text Summarization
As reported in 255 Google Workspace reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI - Business Instant Messaging (4)
AI Powered Search
As reported in 249 Google Workspace reviews. Improves search functionality by prioritizing search results based on a user's previous interactions and relevance, enabling users to find messages, files, and people without the need for exact search terms.
Smart Notifications
Prioritizes user notifications by suggesting channels, people, and messages relevant to a user's work. 248 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
AI Powered Language Translation
Uses AI-powered language translation tools to translate messages in real-time. This feature was mentioned in 247 Google Workspace reviews.
Content Generation
Creates, assists, or automates the generation of text-based content within the platform. 246 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration (3)
Autonomous Task Execution
Based on 116 Google Workspace reviews. Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Cross-system Integration
As reported in 116 Google Workspace reviews. Works across multiple software systems or databases
Natural Language Interaction
Based on 115 Google Workspace reviews. Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging (2)
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases 136 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation 135 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing (3)
Autonomous Task Execution
As reported in 352 Google Workspace reviews. Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting 355 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives This feature was mentioned in 351 Google Workspace reviews.
Agentic AI - Survey (3)
Adaptive Learning
Based on 77 Google Workspace reviews. Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Proactive Assistance
As reported in 76 Google Workspace reviews. Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives 76 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Calendar (1)
Cross-system Integration
Based on 283 Google Workspace reviews. Works across multiple software systems or databases
Agentic AI - Office Suites (2)
Autonomous Task Execution
As reported in 361 Google Workspace reviews. Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Natural Language Interaction
As reported in 363 Google Workspace reviews. Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Agentic AI - Document Creation (1)
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting 273 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software (1)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input 74 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Screen Sharing (1)
Decision Making
Based on 184 Google Workspace reviews. Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
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