FAQs
On your computer, open Gmail. See all settings. At the top, click Chat and Meet. Next to “Chat,” to turn Chat on or off in Gmail, select Google Chat or Off.
Can I use Google Chat on my computer? ›
Google Chat is part of the modern Gmail experience , and is available for browser, mobile device, and as a standalone application.
Can Google Chat be accessed in Gmail? ›
To manage your communication, stay connected, and collaborate in one place, add Google Chat to your Gmail inbox. If you use a work or school account, your organization determines if this option is available.
Why can't I use Google Chat in Gmail? ›
Open Gmail, and click Settings (the gear icon) in the top-right corner. Click See All Settings. Click Chat and Meet at the top. Look for the option to toggle Google Chat on/off next to Chat.
How do I integrate Google Chat with Gmail? ›
On your computer, open Gmail. See all settings. At the top, click Chat and Meet. Next to “Chat,” to turn Chat on or off in Gmail, select Google Chat or Off.
How do I get Google Chat to pop up on my desktop? ›
Turn on notifications in Google Chat
- On your computer, go to Google Chat.
- At the top right, click Settings .
- To turn on notifications for Google Chat messages, under "Desktop notifications," check the box next to "Allow chat notifications."
Google Chat has some handy functions. The software uses predictive text options to automate replies. For example, if a coworker says, “Good afternoon,” Google will provide you a list of appropriate answers like, “Hello, how are you?” Once a chat is established, you share spreadsheets and documents from Google Drive.
How do I Chat with someone on Google Chat? ›
Send a DM
- In the bottom navigation menu, tap New chat .
- Enter a name or email address, then tap Done. When you enter a name or email address, you can get suggestions. To start a group DM, add more names or email addresses.
- In the reply area, enter a message.
- Tap Send .
Android
- Tap on the Google Play store and search "chat" or "google chat".
- Click Install.
- Once installed, click Open to access the app.
If you allow it, your Google Chat users can chat with people outside your organization. To use Google Chat, users outside your organization need a Google Account. They need to be a Google Workspace user, or have an account that ends with @gmail.com or a non-Gmail Google Account.
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Can anyone see my Google Chat? ›
The content you share in Chat is private to you and those you chat with.
Why is Chat gone from Gmail? ›
Some users have found that performing a password reset solves the "missing chat" problem. It may take several minutes to 48hours for it to take effect. Some users have reported a temporary fix by clearing browser cache & history, or closing and restarting browser, or rebooting machine.
Is Gmail Chat going away? ›
July 31, 2024 Google will shut down call history and chat - you can download your history now.
Why can't I send a message to someone on Google Chat? ›
Reasons you can't chat with someone
Settings that don't allow the other person to chat outside their organization. If they use a Google Workspace account and their administrator disabled chats with external people, you can't send each other messages. Learn how to turn Chat history on or off.
How do I put Google messages on my desktop? ›
Set up Messages on the desktop
Open a browser and go to Google Messages. Click the Messages for web button in the upper-right corner to launch the web client for Messages. (You do not have to be signed in to your Google account for this to load.)
See all settings. 
