Starting today, Google Chat has replaced classic Google Hangouts in Gmail and is now the default option for direct (one-to-one) messages, small group messages, and team-based room discussions within Gmail. Refresh your browser to get started using Google Chat in Gmail.
How do I get Gchat on Gmail?
- On your computer, open Gmail.
- At the top right, click Settings. See all settings.
- At the top, click Chat and Meet.
- Next to “Chat,” to turn Chat on or off in Gmail, select Google Chat or Off.
- Click Save Changes.
Is Gchat the same as Hangouts?
Originally born out of Hangouts, Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet have now been rebranded as Google Chat and Google Meet, and are coming full circle to replace Hangouts for consumers as well as companies. If you think this sounds confusing, welcome to Google's messaging app strategy over the last few years.
How do you start an email conversation?
- 1 Hi [Name], In all but the most formal settings, this email greeting is the clear winner.
- 2 Dear [Name], Although dear can come across as stuffy, it's appropriate for formal emails.
- 3 Greetings,
- 4 Hi there,
- 5 Hello, or Hello [Name],
- 6 Hi everyone,