Gemini AI has made it into Google Workspace, much to the chagrin of some. So if you ever see that Gemini icon popping into a place you’re certain doesn’t deserve the honor, you’re not alone. Many users are upset about the forced AI infusion, and much more so when there’s no clear “off” switch. Does the feeling of having AI cluttering your inbox churn your stomach? Would you rather keep Google at an arm’s length? Here’s how to get rid of Gemini in Gmail on desktop and Android/iOS devices.
Understanding Gemini’s Role in Gmail and Google Workspace Apps
Imagine Google Workspace transformed with the infusion of Gemini’s powers. Until recently named GSuite, this set of tools – Gmail, Chat, Docs, Forms, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and beyond – has gotten supercharged and thus turned into a playground of productivity with the integration of Gemini into Google Workspace Labs.
Imagine Gmail writing- emails for you, just with your own voice. Gemini brings it to the real world. It increases the power of Gmail’s “Help me write” by learning your tone and style to produce smart replies closely resembling your own words. The catch? You will have to turn this biscuity capability on yourself. Get ready to unleash your digital doppelganger!
Gemini’s arrival in Gmail and Google Workspace apps isn’t optional. Like it or not, it’s moving in.
Gemini confirmed the same thing to me in a prompt – at best, you can keep it disabled.
Google insists that Gemini only looks into our emails when we ask for it to do so, subject to the prompts we put in. Yet, for many, that digital doorway feels a bit too open; a simple “no entry” sign might be very reassuring.
Remember Gmail’s Smart Compose? A handy sidekick that used to be easily silenced. Now, be prepared for Gemini. Unlike the former, Gemini is wrenching its way into the Googleverse to embed itself across apps without apparent exit doors. It is widespread now to contemplate even Google Assistant sites powered by Gemini.
Disable Gemini in Gmail on a Desktop Browser
Are your fingers getting sweaty hunting for Gmail settings? Just swing your eyes to the top right of your desktop browser. See that gear icon? That is your fast track to customization! Give it a click, then dive into the “See all settings” rabbit hole and set about customizing your Gmail experience!
UnderGeneral->Smart features, toggle off theTurn on smart features in Gmail, Chat, and Meetoption.
Next, clickManage Workspace smart feature settings.
Turn off theSmart features in Google Workspace option, which is enabled by default.
Click off the if you don’t want Google Assistant, Wallet and Maps to recognize you.
ClickSaveat the bottom of the screen to save these changes.
Heads up! Tapping the Gemini icon in Gmail or your favorite Google Workspace apps is going to get a lot smarter. Starting now, you’ll have one prompt to “Turn on” intelligent features. Get ready to unleash the power of AI!
A slip of the finger could unleash Gemini across your entire digital life. Think twice before toggling that switch!
Feeling down because of Gmail Gemini? The good news is, it is easy to just kick it to the curb. Unlike in Meet or Docs, where you have to be some super-Google Admin to disallow it, disabling Gemini is fairly straightforward in Gmail.
Disable Gemini in Gmail on Android/iOS
Unleash Gmail’s Hidden Power: Tap the menu (those three little lines up there) in the top corner of your Gmail app on your phone. Scroll down, down, down to the abyss, and tap Settings to customize your mail experience.
Since you want to mute Gemini on a Gmail account, go toGeneral Settings. Being juggling with many Gmails? Then, pinpoint the one you want to mute Gemini on and click select. Let the silence of noGemini fall upon us!
Turn offSmart featureswhich is enabled by default. After that, clickGoogle Workspace smart features.
Turn off the options forSmart features in Google Workspace, andSmart features in other Google products.
A quick refresher for your Gmail Gemini! Once in your Gmail (or any other Google Workspace app) on your phone, tap on the Gemini icon again, and you will need to select “Turn on”. Consider a quick stopover before your AI-driven productivity soars again!
Tired of Gemini in Gmail and Workspace? Reclaim Google Assistant on your Android device! Switching back is a breeze.
Turning Gemini off in Gmail? Excellent! But hold on-the catch is that it remains available for YouTube and Google Photos. Unlike Gmail, these two apps run outside the Google Workspace bubble, so the genie-like powers of Gemini remain active there, untouched by any of the settings you configure in Gmail.
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