Google Workspace Features
File Management (5)
Device Syncing
8014 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
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
Based on 8070 Google Workspace reviews.
Ability to access documents via a web interface without a client being installed on a device
File Type Support
Based on 8158 Google Workspace reviews.
Supports all required file types including but not limited to: Google Docs, MS Office, images, videos, etc.
Search
Based on 8198 Google Workspace reviews.
Can easily find files via a simple and/or advanced search
Mobile Apps
This feature was mentioned in 7791 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
As reported in 7583 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to receive updates when files have been updated, added, deleted or moved.
File Sharing
8382 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows users to share individual files/folders to persons outside or inside organization. Ability to assign edit or view only privileges.
Simultaneously Editing
As reported in 7896 Google Workspace reviews.
Users can work simultaneously on files.
Change Tracking / Audit Logs
6865 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides an audit log of changes and enables users to revert to a specific version
Cloud collaboration
This feature was mentioned in 1454 Google Workspace reviews.
Allow multiple users to collaborate within an application.
Annotations
This feature was mentioned in 1248 Google Workspace reviews.
Offer annotation and commenting tools within each application for collaborative communication.
Simultaneously editing
This feature was mentioned in 1403 Google Workspace reviews.
Users can work simultaneously on files.
Multi-User Collaboration
This feature was mentioned in 1557 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows multiple users to collaborate on a single document and see edits in real-time
Real-Time Communication
As reported in 1528 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to communicate in real-time via chat and comments within the document
Administration (6)
User and Role Management
This feature was mentioned in 6046 Google Workspace reviews.
Enables administrator to provide segmented access to tool based on role. Easy to create new users and remove users.
Policies and Controls
As reported in 5873 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
5827 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
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
As reported in 6311 Google Workspace reviews.
Administer storage limits by user or group
Storage Zones
This feature was mentioned in 5310 Google Workspace reviews.
Choose data center your files should be stored at
Security
Based on 6433 Google Workspace reviews.
Stores and transfers files in secure environment
Platform (4)
Performance and Reliability
2142 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
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.
Reporting and Auditing
Based on 1742 Google Workspace reviews.
Access pre-built and custom reports to monitor user activity and storage
System of Record Integration
As reported in 1667 Google Workspace reviews.
Integrates to systems other systems of record such as CRM, ERP, Outlook, Sharepoint
APIs
1509 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Enables custom integration to external systems
Customizations (4)
Templates
This feature was mentioned in 436 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides ready-made templates for simplified website creation.
Drag and Drop
This feature was mentioned in 439 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to drag and drop items and content to customize their site's look.
HTML Input
402 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Permits HTML-savvy administrators to input code to uniquely customize their website.
Domain Name
As reported in 414 Google Workspace reviews.
Offers customers the option to purchase a unique domain name.
Growth (5)
SEO
This feature was mentioned in 347 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides insight into words that would increase search engine optimization.
Site Analytics
As reported in 373 Google Workspace reviews.
Gives users insight into unique pageviews, subscribers, location of viewers, etc.
Marketing Tools
Based on 348 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides tools that aid in user marketing efforts.
E-Commerce
This feature was mentioned in 330 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to turn their website into an online store by offering e-commerce capabilities.
Hosting
As reported in 354 Google Workspace reviews.
Hosts domains within the tool.
Content (4)
Email Integrations
Based on 401 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides an email for users to field communication within their website builder too.
Content Management
This feature was mentioned in 412 Google Workspace reviews.
Manages content such as blogs, marketing tools, newsletters, etc.
Permissions
408 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows administrators to create role or password-based permissions to ensure users see only what they should see.
WordPress Tool
Based on 152 Google Workspace reviews.
Website Builder
Business Instant Messaging (6)
File Sharing
This feature was mentioned in 2119 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to send and open various file types.
Notifications
This feature was mentioned in 2247 Google Workspace reviews.
Notifies users when they have been contacted or tagged.
Search
Based on 2065 Google Workspace reviews.
Message content search capability.
Mobile Application
2289 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Software can be accessed through a downloadable mobile application.
Web Application
2360 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Software can be accessed through a downloadable desktop app or a cloud-based site.
Integrations
Based on 1906 Google Workspace reviews.
Application integrates with other outside software.
Business Instant Messaging (2)
Audio Conferencing
As reported in 2205 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to communicate via audio call.
Video Conferencing
2247 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows users to communicate via video call.
Conferencing Options (3)
Group Live Chat
Based on 3114 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides a live chat feed during a screen sharing session.
Audio Conferencing
As reported in 3175 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to communicate via audio channels.
Video Conferencing
Based on 3279 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to communicate via video channels.
Presenter Tools (4)
Live Preview
This feature was mentioned in 2848 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides a live preview of what viewers are seeing in real-time.
Notifications Blocker
2454 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Blocks notifications from other applications from appearing during a screen sharing session.
Remote Control
2338 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows users to give audience members control of cursors or tools on the shared screen.
Switch Presenter
As reported in 2748 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows presenters to relinguish presenter access to another user in a call.
Application Tools (3)
Password Protection
This feature was mentioned in 2519 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides password protection to screen sharing sessions.
Recording
This feature was mentioned in 2595 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to record screen sharing sessions for later review.
In-Browser Application
As reported in 2892 Google Workspace reviews.
Software is available within browsers.
Platform Basics (3)
Slide Design
As reported in 1844 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides a variety of slide design tools, such as animations, icons and transitions.
Presenter Tools
1840 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
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
As reported in 1873 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides an autosave option to prevent file loss.
Platform Content (4)
Charts
1728 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Gives users a variety of chart and graph options that can be editied within the presentation.
Template Library
As reported in 1729 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides users with a pre-built library of useable slide templates.
Template Creator
This feature was mentioned in 1662 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to customize their own templates.
File Sharing
This feature was mentioned in 1840 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides robust sharing options.
Platform Additional Functionality (3)
Messaging
This feature was mentioned in 1630 Google Workspace reviews.
Contains in-application messaging abilities.
Mobility
1730 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Cloud
Based on 1777 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides a cloud based version of the platform
Calculating (2)
Functions
This feature was mentioned in 1886 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to create conditional formatting rules with mathematical functions and calculate simple and complex data sets.
Auto Recalculation
As reported in 1778 Google Workspace reviews.
Recalculates values within cells automatically when function changes occur.
Insights (2)
Charts and Graphs
This feature was mentioned in 1761 Google Workspace reviews.
Takes data and turns it into insightful visualizations in the form of charts, diagrams, graphs that are adjustable.
Tables
This feature was mentioned in 1824 Google Workspace reviews.
Lets users organize data into standard tables or pivot tables for additional mathematical insights.
Editing (3)
Templates
This feature was mentioned in 1764 Google Workspace reviews.
Lets users choose from a variety of spreadsheet templates with pre-made tables or pre-populated charts.
Collaborative Editing
1921 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows multiple users to work within the same spreadsheet and see edits in real-time.
Filtering
As reported in 1816 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to filter data sets depending on what they want to see or hide.
Functionality (4)
Addons
This feature was mentioned in 1621 Google Workspace reviews.
Lets users download and store addons that further expand the functionality and features within the spreadsheet.
Multi Device Functionality
Based on 1834 Google Workspace reviews.
Access spreadsheets with multiple devices such as mobile or desktop.
Importing and Exporting
Based on 1847 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows seamless importing and exporting features into other spreadsheet software or document creation software.
Autosave
Based on 1939 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides the ability to periodically saves a user's spreadsheet automatically.
Applications (3)
Basic applications
As reported in 1462 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
1334 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Requires either a subscription, one-time payment, or free access to the suite.
Templates
This feature was mentioned in 1267 Google Workspace reviews.
Offer pre-built or customizable templates within each application.
Management (3)
Web Interface
As reported in 1360 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides access to documents via a web interface.
File Type Support
This feature was mentioned in 1297 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to save files under a variety of file types, such as doc, xls, and PDF.
Auto save
1355 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Autosaves files for users automatically.
Collaboration Tools (5)
Screen Sharing
Based on 5981 Google Workspace reviews.
Able to share your desktop screen or an application with the rest of the conference.
Presentations
This feature was mentioned in 4231 Google Workspace reviews.
Presenters can cue up a Powerpoint presentation or other slideshow for display in the conference.
Whiteboarding
3692 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides a virtual whiteboard for collaborative use.
Live Chat
Based on 4278 Google Workspace reviews.
Conferences have a text chat feature.
Hand Raising
As reported in 4015 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows conference participants to notifiy conference hosts when they want to speak.
Meeting Coordination (4)
Scheduling
Based on 5843 Google Workspace reviews.
Scheduling web meetings is streamlined, intuitive, and integrated into calendar and email software.
Recording
Based on 5220 Google Workspace reviews.
Conferences can be recorded for future use with native functionality.
Participant Permissions
As reported in 5507 Google Workspace reviews.
The ability to grant users access to conferences as moderators, presenters or participants--individually or based on user role or group.
One-Click Join
Based on 4219 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to join a conference without requiring a download or a sign-in
Software Type (3)
Mobile
5798 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Offers a mobile app or mobile optimized website to video conference from smartphones or tablets.
Browser Application
This feature was mentioned in 4288 Google Workspace reviews.
Conferences can be launched within a browser without requiring a user to download an application to their desktop.
Desktop Application
As reported in 3860 Google Workspace reviews.
Software is available as a downloadable desktop application.
Survey Management (4)
Survey Builder
As reported in 1034 Google Workspace reviews.
Enables users to create surveys through a simple drag-and-drop or WYSIWYG editor
Question Types
Based on 1057 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows the use of various question types such as open-ended, closed-ended, multiple choice, and ratings
Templates
As reported in 1013 Google Workspace reviews.
Offers pre-built templates for creating surveys with different audiences or use cases
Survey Distribution
1031 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides tools for distributing surveys through email, SMS, social media, etc.
Survey Customization (4)
Branching/Skip Logic
As reported in 884 Google Workspace reviews.
Helps create more intelligent surveys based on respondent's actions and answers
Branding
As reported in 935 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to customize survey colors, logos, and URLs to match company branding
Multimedia Support
As reported in 931 Google Workspace reviews.
Ability to embed videos, photos, or other rich media
Multilingual Surveys
775 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Allows for creation of surveys in different languages and advanced survey translation
Survey Insights (4)
Reporting & Analytics
This feature was mentioned in 1014 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides tools to visualize and analyze data
BI Tools Integration
Based on 780 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows integration with third -party reporting and business intelligence applications
Data Exporting
This feature was mentioned in 990 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to export reports from the product into an .xsl, .csv, or .pdf file
Permissions
As reported in 986 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows administrators to set permissions on viewing, filtering, or sharing survey results
Support (1)
Customer Support
Based on 159 Google Workspace reviews.
Customer Support
Calendar View (2)
Multi-Calendar View
As reported in 1489 Google Workspace reviews.
Ability to view multiple calendars at once from within a single window
Customizable Viewing
1455 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides customizable viewing options (e.g., day, week, month, year)
Shared Calendar (2)
Calendar Collaboration
1505 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Ability to subscribe to other calendars for collaboration purposes or personal needs (work, family, school, etc.)
Multiple Calendar Management
As reported in 1459 Google Workspace reviews.
Ability to manage multiple calendars at a time
Accessibility (2)
Screen Reader Compatibility
Based on 1276 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
As reported in 1330 Google Workspace reviews.
Calendar functions can be carried out with the use of keyboard shortcuts
Integration (3)
Sync Multiple Calendars
As reported in 1395 Google Workspace reviews.
The ability to automatically sync calendars across different calendar softwares (i.e. ability to sync a Google Calendar with an Outlook calendar)
Import Events
This feature was mentioned in 1373 Google Workspace reviews.
Ability to import events from an existing account or another calendar
Software Integrations
Based on 1385 Google Workspace reviews.
Integrates an existing calendar with another software application, such as Microsoft Teams or Slack
Notifications (2)
Customized Calendar Notifications
This feature was mentioned in 1422 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
This feature was mentioned in 1277 Google Workspace reviews.
Offers location-based alerts to assist with commuting to and from one location to another
Integrate & Embed (3)
Calendar
1492 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Integrates with calendars to link relevant documents for meetings or appointments
Website
As reported in 1339 Google Workspace reviews.
Embeds live documents into websites
Applications
As reported in 1419 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
As reported in 1520 Google Workspace reviews.
Tracks changes made to documents and access all revision history
Suggestion Mode
1471 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
When reviewing documents, provides suggestions that can be accepted or rejected by the document owner
Document Editor
As reported in 1543 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides editing and proof-reading tools such as spell check and grammar check
File Types (3)
Export
1539 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Exports files in multiple file formats including .docx, .pdf, .odt, .rtf, .txt or .html format
Import
1509 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Imports documents in multiple file formats for editing
Web Publishing
As reported in 1268 Google Workspace reviews.
Transforms a document into a web page and publish to the internet
Design (3)
Graphics
1441 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Ability to insert graphics, including photos, charts, drawings, graphs, etc.
Templates
Based on 1453 Google Workspace reviews.
Offers multiple editable templates for documents inluding flyers, resumes, calendars, newsletters, etc.
Themes
This feature was mentioned in 1445 Google Workspace reviews.
Offer various color themes which can be applied to the document
Operating System (3)
PC Operating System
Based on 1389 Google Workspace reviews.
Supports Microsoft Windows operating system
Mac Operating System
1366 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Supports macOS operating system
Linux Operating System
1117 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Supports Linux operating system
Generative AI (21)
AI Text-to-Image
794 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt.
AI Text-to-Speech
This feature was mentioned in 796 Google Workspace reviews.
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
AI Image-to-Text
This feature was mentioned in 791 Google Workspace reviews.
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
AI Text Generation
This feature was mentioned in 791 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
Based on 778 Google Workspace reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Image
769 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt.
AI Text-to-Speech
Based on 771 Google Workspace reviews.
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
AI Image-to-Text
This feature was mentioned in 765 Google Workspace reviews.
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
AI Text Generation
This feature was mentioned in 868 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
As reported in 864 Google Workspace reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Speech
858 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
Autonomous Task Execution
As reported in 360 Google Workspace reviews.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Cross-system Integration
This feature was mentioned in 359 Google Workspace reviews.
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Proactive Assistance
Based on 353 Google Workspace reviews.
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
AI Text Generation
Based on 572 Google Workspace reviews.
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Image-to-Text
As reported in 561 Google Workspace reviews.
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
AI Text-to-Video
As reported in 557 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides the ability to generate video from a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
This feature was mentioned in 565 Google Workspace reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Music
Based on 548 Google Workspace reviews.
Produces music based on provided style or parameters.
AI Text-to-Speech
556 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
AI Text-to-Image
Based on 554 Google Workspace reviews.
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt.
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging (1)
Text Summarization
As reported in 275 Google Workspace reviews.
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI - Business Instant Messaging (4)
AI Powered Search
As reported in 269 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
Based on 268 Google Workspace reviews.
Prioritizes user notifications by suggesting channels, people, and messages relevant to a user's work.
AI Powered Language Translation
267 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Uses AI-powered language translation tools to translate messages in real-time.
Content Generation
267 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Creates, assists, or automates the generation of text-based content within the platform.
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration (3)
Autonomous Task Execution
As reported in 142 Google Workspace reviews.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Cross-system Integration
144 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Natural Language Interaction
This feature was mentioned in 141 Google Workspace reviews.
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging (2)
Cross-system Integration
As reported in 157 Google Workspace reviews.
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Natural Language Interaction
Based on 155 Google Workspace reviews.
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing (3)
Autonomous Task Execution
As reported in 416 Google Workspace reviews.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Proactive Assistance
This feature was mentioned in 420 Google Workspace reviews.
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
418 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Agentic AI - Survey (3)
Adaptive Learning
As reported in 99 Google Workspace reviews.
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Proactive Assistance
Based on 97 Google Workspace reviews.
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Based on 98 Google Workspace reviews.
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Agentic AI - Calendar (1)
Cross-system Integration
As reported in 342 Google Workspace reviews.
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Agentic AI - Office Suites (2)
Autonomous Task Execution
429 reviewers of Google Workspace have provided feedback on this feature.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Natural Language Interaction
As reported in 429 Google Workspace reviews.
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Agentic AI - Document Creation (1)
Proactive Assistance
This feature was mentioned in 342 Google Workspace reviews.
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software (1)
Autonomous Task Execution
Based on 85 Google Workspace reviews.
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Agentic AI - Screen Sharing (1)
Decision Making
This feature was mentioned in 243 Google Workspace reviews.
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
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