Google has introduced a powerful new Gmail feature for Google Workspace users, powered by Gemini AI. Starting this week, users can seamlessly add events to Google Calendar directly from their emails, simplifying scheduling like never before.
How the New “Add to Calendar” Feature Works
With Gemini AI, Gmail will now detect calendar-related details within an email and display an “Add to calendar” button. Once clicked, a side panel in Gmail will open, allowing users to confirm and save the event effortlessly.
This streamlined approach eliminates the need to manually copy and paste event details, making time management more efficient for busy professionals.
Limitations of the Feature
Google has outlined a few key restrictions for the Gemini-powered “Add to Calendar” tool:
- Currently, it only supports English and is available exclusively on the web version of Gmail.
- Events created using the button do not automatically invite guests.
- The feature won’t appear for emails that already contain extracted event details, such as restaurant reservations or flight bookings.
Who Can Access This Feature?
The “Add to calendar” button is available to select Google Workspace customers, including:
- Business and Enterprise users
- Gemini Education and Gemini Education Premium subscribers
- Google One AI Premium members
- Users who previously purchased the Gemini Business or Gemini Enterprise add-ons (now deprecated)
How to Enable the Feature
Admins can activate the “Add to calendar” functionality by turning on smart features and personalization in the Google Workspace Admin console.
More Gemini AI Enhancements in Gmail
This update is part of Google’s ongoing AI-powered enhancements for Gmail. In June 2024, Google introduced:
- AI-assisted email composition for smoother writing
- Email summarization to quickly scan long threads
- AI-powered search to locate information within an inbox
Some of these capabilities have already expanded to Gmail’s iOS and Android apps, with more AI-powered tools expected to roll out in the future.
Final Thoughts
Google’s Gemini AI continues to revolutionize email productivity. With the new “Add to calendar” button, Gmail users can streamline event scheduling in just one click. As AI-driven automation grows, expect even more efficiency-boosting features to enhance your daily workflow.
