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Attach files to your Calendar event

Attach files to your Calendar event so that everyone invited has what they need to prepare for the meeting Allow your guests to look through the relevant files by attaching reports, presentation slides or any other materials you want to discuss before the meeting, so they can come prepared. It’s also a great way to look back and see what you covered. Attach a file to an event in Calendar In Calendar, create or open an event. In the Add description section, click the Add Attachment icon. Select a file and click SAVE.
Save time with Smart Reply in Hangouts Chat

Respond to your colleagues quickly and get tasks ticked off more efficiently, in less time with Smart Reply in Hangouts Chat Smart Reply in Hangouts Chat uses sophisticated machine learning intelligence, similar to that behind Smart Reply in Gmail. Google’s technology recognises which messages most likely need responses, and proposes up to 3 different replies for you to pick from. Once you’ve selected one, you can send it immediately or edit your response starting with the Smart Reply text. Please note, this feature is currently only available in English. Turn off Smart Reply suggestions You can turn off Smart Reply suggestions on a specific device. This won't turn it off on your other devices. In the top right in Gmail, click the settings cog. Under Smart Reply, select Smart Reply off.
Search your Chat history

Ever needed to find a conversation you had a couple of weeks ago? The Hangouts Chat search feature has got you covered Hangouts Chat has many time-saving features such as setting up notifications, snooze mode and following and unfollowing posts, but did you know there’s a search mode? You can search within a particular chat to find the exact content you need. Whether you’re searching within a busy chat room or with a colleague, you can specifically narrow your search down depending on what the source was or you can search by keywords or phrase. To Search: Look for the magnifying glass at the top right hand side The search bar will then expand and allow you to search within the chat If your not sure on the exact wording but know the content, narrow your search by clicking the file type as shown in the screenshot below

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