In Chat, type “@” with a keyword to insert a smart chip:
- To tag someone to get their attention, enter "@" and their name or email address. When the correct person is suggested, click their name.
- To access and interact with installed apps, enter “@” and the name of the app. Click when the correct app is suggested.
- To search for and share files relevant to the conversation, enter “@”and the name of your file. Click when the correct file is suggested.
- To reference or link to a specific space, enter “@” and the name of the space. Click when the correct space is suggested.
Important: When you mention a user in a smart chip, they don't automatically get access to your document. To grant access to another user, you must share your document.
- On your computer, open Google Chat.
- Type "@," then select from the suggestions or enter letters, numbers, or symbols.