Install add-ons
- Go to Gmail, Calendar, or Google Drive, or open a file in Docs, Sheets, or Slides.
- If the side panel isn't displayed, on the bottom right, click Show side panel .
- Click Get Add-ons .
- Search for and select the tools you want to use. ...
- Click Install. ...
- Choose your account, then follow the steps on the screen.
- How do I install Google add-ons?
- How do I find my Google add-ons?
- What are Gmail add-ons?
- What are the best Gmail add-ons?
- Are Google add-ons free?
- Are Google add-ons safe?
- What is meant by add-ons?
- Are add-ons and extensions the same thing?
- How do I manage Google add-ons?
How do I install Google add-ons?
Install and use add-ons (English only)
- Open a document or spreadsheet in the Google Docs or Sheets app.
- Tap More .
- Tap Add-ons. ...
- Tap Get add-ons. ...
- Tap the add-on you want to install.
- Tap Install.
- For most add-ons, a message will appear requesting access to specific data that the add-on needs to work.
How do I find my Google add-ons?
View your installed editor add-ons
- For Google Docs, Sheets or Slides, select Add-ons > Manage add-ons... to open a dialog that lists all the add-ons you have installed for that editor.
- For Google Forms, click the more_vert icon and then select Add-ons....
What are Gmail add-ons?
Gmail add-ons are similar to extensions in that they are created to extend the functionality of Gmail. The difference between an extension and an add-on is that the add-on is installed into your G Suite app, not the browser. Remember: add-ons can be found in the G Suite Marketplace.
What are the best Gmail add-ons?
Here are a few of the best Gmail add-ons we've found.
- Dropbox or Box: Quickly share cloud files. ...
- Trello: Turn any email into a card. ...
- Zoom: Start or schedule a video chat. ...
- Zapier: Instantly send emails to other apps. ...
- Todoist for Gmail (Chrome): Integrate a more powerful to-do list.
Are Google add-ons free?
You can add extra features to Google Drive apps using a library of add-ons available from the Add-ons menu in any of the Google apps. Most Google Drive add-ons are free, though some have paid features as well.
Are Google add-ons safe?
Using Add-Ons
They can be browsed and installed directly while editing or using a document you're working on. However, the ease and convenience of this process lulls users into thinking that these third-party apps are equally as safe as Google Docs itself and are officially endorsed or approved by Google.
What is meant by add-ons?
: something added on: such as. a : a sum or amount added on. b : something (such as an accessory or added feature) that enhances the thing it is added to computer hardware add-ons.
Are add-ons and extensions the same thing?
A plug-in, add-on, or extension are generally the same thing; a software component that adds a feature to an existing computer program.
How do I manage Google add-ons?
Manage your extensions
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, click More More tools. Extensions.
- Make your changes: Turn on/off: Turn the extension on or off. Allow incognito: On the extension, click Details. Turn on Allow in incognito. Fix corruptions: Find a corrupted extension and click Repair.