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The Ultimate Google Chat Help Guide:
Learn Google Chat Now

A FREE STEP-BY-STEP GOOGLE CHAT TRAINING WITH IMAGES

Google Chat Training

The ultimate guide to Google Chat: a quick introduction

Welcome to the ultimate guide to Google Chat!

Learning how to use Google Chat has never been simpler. 

What you will learn during the Google Chat course

Google is shutting down Google Hangouts and moving to Google Chat

We have been using the classic Hangouts app to chat for a long time. However, Google is about to discontinue the Google Hangouts app altogether, and it’s time for everyone to move to the Google Chat app.

Google Chat is an instant messaging service that allows you to send direct messages or chat with groups of multiple people.

This beginner-friendly training contains all you need to know about Google Chat’s features and settings – it covers every single option.

We cover everything you need to know, from starting direct one-to-one chats or creating group chat spaces to using the core options and settings.

This training only features Google Chat’s web app version in a browser for now. We plan to create tutorials for the mobile Google Chat app for Android and iOS in the future.

Use Google Chat for a direct one-to-one chat conversation

You will learn how to start a chat or accept a request to chat with someone and manage the chat’s settings, such as the chat history, notifications, and others.

Use Google Chat for group conversations called Spaces

You will also see how to use the chat space (previously called chat room) feature to chat with a group of people.

We will also show you how to manage a chat space’s settings, add or remove people, and more.

Manage Google Chat settings and details

Last but not least, we will look at the settings you can control in Google Chat, such as the chat status, smart reply, notifications, and more.

Who should do this training

Maybe you are wondering if this training is right for you or if it’s worth doing. You absolutely should do it if:

  • You have a free Google account and want to learn how to use Google Chat.
  • You are a Google Workspace user or administrator and want to learn Google Chat.
  • You already have experience with Google Chat but need help finding out how to do specific things or would like to learn more.

Requirements

For you to do this training, you should:

  • It’s best to have basic knowledge of some entry-level IT concepts but don’t worry if you don’t. We try to make everything as simple as possible and even avoid technical terms so that the content is accessible and easy to digest, even for beginners. 
  • You should have an active Google Workspace account or a free Google account to follow the steps as you go through the training. Click here for assistance with getting started with Google Workspace.

How the training works

We help you do things step-by-step with images accompanying the instructions for each action you need to take. Say hi to easy-to-follow directions that you can follow at your own pace! You couldn’t get lost if you wanted to, even if you aren’t tech-savvy.

The training is flexible, and there is no fixed way to do it. It is up to you to use it as you see fit.

  • You can go through every article in this training one by one, like a course, and become a total Google Chat master.
  • You can also skip anything that you don’t really need at this time and come back later.
  • You can revisit things you want to remember at any time.

How long the training takes to complete

  • How much time you need depends entirely on what you want from the training, but generally, it takes very little time to complete.
  • The content is super easy to go through, and you can choose to skip anything that is not beneficial for you at the moment.

Table of contents

We divided the Google Chat training into different sections. Each section covers specific related topics.

Let’s describe each section quickly to get an idea of what you can expect to find in this training.

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General Features and Settings

We start this training by showing you General Features and Settings in the Google Chat web app, such as updating your status, enabling or disabling notifications, and more.

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Direct Messaging

The Direct Messaging section covers direct one-to-one chats and your options while chatting.

 

You will see how to start a chat with someone, toggle the chat history on or off, minimize the chat window, delete a chat message, block people, etc.

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Chat Spaces

Chat Spaces (previously called rooms) are group chats in Google Chat.

 

In this section, you will see how to start or join a chat space, add or remove members, share files, view details and file attachments, and more.

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Chat Actions

Chat Actions is all about actions you can take during a chat, such as editing or deleting a sent message, sending a photo or video, sending emojis, reacting, starting a Google Meet meeting, and more.

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How to access the Google Chat help pages quickly

  • To quickly access a specific part of the training, use the navigation menu on top.
  • Start from Google Apps Help, then Google Chat, and then select a section you are interested in.

Is Workspace123 affiliated with Google?

No, we are not affiliated with Google. However, we absolutely love their services. It is quite literally true that we know Google Workspace better than the palms of our hands.

We are proud to say that we have been in the business of supporting Google Workspace administrators and end-users with every conceivable task for almost a decade.

We have assisted a wide range of organizations of all sizes, from startups and small businesses to enormous organizations employing tens of thousands of people and even schools.

How is this Google Workspace training better than other options out there?

This question should rather be, “How isn’t it better?”.

  • It is cheaper (completely free) and often more effective than hiring someone to help.
  • It is easier to follow and understand than Google’s Help Center, YouTube videos, or any other resources you can find.
  • It is easier, faster, and usually more effective than contacting Google Workspace support or any live person. You don’t need to wait in a queue, talk or chat with anyone, wait for them to reply, or deal with someone inexperienced.

  • On the other hand, we are there for you at any time, and it only takes seconds to find what you need and get things done.

Workspace123 provides the smartest, quickest, most user-friendly, and by far the most enjoyable Google apps tutorials.

We put together all you may need to know thoughtfully, with your convenience as the top priority. You get maximum results with minimum effort.

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