GOOGLE-WORKSPACE-B8A5134D8C4587D2 release notes and known issues

Summary

Update (Sept 30, 2026): We have updated the information about where to manage access to MCP connections in the Admin console. The previous click path was incorrect, it has been updated to the correct click path, which is Apps > Google Workspace Marketplace apps > Apps list. Users will now be able to use Gemini in Workspace to directly interact with Asana, Atlassian Rovo, HubSpot, Intuit Mailchimp, Intuit QuickBooks, Monday, and Salesforce through Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations . This will enable them to access information directly without needing to switch tabs, download files, or interrupt workflows across our Google Workspace apps including Sheets, Gmail, Drive, Docs, Chat, and more. Getting started Admins: This feature will be ON by default for users with Gemini for Google Workspace access, and can be managed at the domain, organizational unit (OU), or group level in the Admin console under Apps > Google Workspace Marketplace apps > Apps list . Admins can control which third-party connectors are enabled for their organization and manage access policies. Visit the Help Center to learn more about managing third-party connectors for Gemini . End users : Once enabled by an admin, end users can access third-party connectors through the Gemini side panel in Docs, Sheets, and Slides, as well as in Google Chat. Visit the Help Center to learn more about third party integrations with Gemini in Google Workspace . Rollout pace Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Available now Availability Business: Business, Standard, and Plus Enterprise: Enterprise, Standard, and Plus Consumer: Google AI , Pro, and Ultra Other Editions: Enterprise Essentials Plus Education Add-ons: Google AI Pro for Education; Teaching and Learning; Endpoint Education Resources Google Workspace Admin Help: Managing third-party connectors for Gemini Google Help: Collaborate with Gemini in Google Sheets Google Help: Get started with Ask Gemini in Google Chat

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• Update (Sept 30, 2026): We have updated the information about where to manage access to MCP connections in the Admin console. The previous click path was incorrect, it has been updated to the correct click path, which is Apps > Google Workspace Marketplace apps > Apps list. Users will now be able to use Gemini in Workspace to directly interact with Asana, Atlassian Rovo, HubSpot, Intuit Mailchimp, Intuit QuickBooks, Monday, and Salesforce through Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations . This will enable them to access information directly without needing to switch tabs, download files, or interrupt workflows across our Google Workspace apps including Sheets, Gmail, Drive, Docs, Chat, and more. Getting started Admins: This feature will be ON by default for users with Gemini for Google Workspace access, and can be managed at the domain, organizational unit (OU), or group level in the Admin console under Apps > Google Workspace Marketplace apps > Apps list . Admins can control which third-party connectors are enabled for their organization and manage access policies. Visit the Help Center to learn more about managing third-party connectors for Gemini . End users : Once enabled by an admin, end users can access third-party connectors through the Gemini side panel in Docs, Sheets, and Slides, as well as in Google Chat. Visit the Help Center to learn more about third party integrations with Gemini in Google Workspace . Rollout pace Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Available now Availability Business: Business, Standard, and Plus Enterprise: Enterprise, Standard, and Plus Consumer: Google AI , Pro, and Ultra Other Editions: Enterprise Essentials Plus Education Add-ons: Google AI Pro for Education; Teaching and Learning; Endpoint Education Resources Google Workspace Admin Help: Managing third-party connectors for Gemini Google Help: Collaborate with Gemini in Google Sheets Google Help: Get started with Ask Gemini in Google Chat

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