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Google Chat Rolls Out Gemini-Powered ‘Refine’ to Polish Messages

The AI-assisted tool begins reaching Workspace customers this week via Rapid Release domains.

Overview

  • Gemini in Chat can clean up grammar and spelling and adjust tone before messages are sent.
  • Rapid Release domains started receiving Refine on September 23, with Scheduled Release domains slated for October 7.
  • The feature is enabled by default for eligible Workspace tiers but can be controlled by administrators in settings.
  • Access requires an eligible plan, including Business Standard/Plus, Enterprise Standard/Plus, Frontline Plus, Google AI Pro and Ultra, Google AI Ultra for Business, and Google AI Pro for Education.
  • Users can invoke the tool from the chat toolbar’s Refine option or by highlighting text and selecting Refine, with Google highlighting usefulness for large audiences, stakeholders, or second-language communication.