Enable or disable google chat in gmail

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Google has rolled Google Chat right into Gmail, which means you can handle your emails and chats all in one place. It’s handy for some, but maybe you’d prefer a cleaner interface. Here’s the lowdown on how to turn Google Chat on or off, whether you’re on your phone or computer.

Enable or disable google chat on mobile

1. First, fire up the Gmail app on your phone. Look for the menu icon, which is those three little lines, usually in the top left corner, and tap it.
   

   

2. Scroll down a bit, and you’ll spot the “Settings” option. Tap that.
   

   

3. If you use a few different Google accounts, pick the one you want to tweak.
   

   

4. In the settings for that account, find the “Chat (early access)” option. There’s a switch next to it. Flick it on to enable chat, or off to disable it.
   

   

If you are enabling Google Chat:

• You’ll see a message asking if you want to try the new feature. Hit “Try it” to continue.
  
  
• You will need to restart the Gmail app for the changes to take effect. Tap “Close Gmail”, then reopen the app.
  
  

If you are disabling Google Chat:
- A confirmation box will pop up. Click “Turn off”. You’ll then be back to your inbox without chat.

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Enable or disable google chat on desktop

1. Go to mail.google.com and sign in to your Gmail account.

2. Look for the “Settings” icon, which looks like a gear, usually in the top right area. Click it.
   

   

3. In the menu, click “See all settings” to open the full settings page.
   

   

4. At the top of the settings page, click on the “Chat and Meet” tab to find the chat options.
   

   

5. Under the “Chat” section, you will see options for ‘Google Chat’ and ‘Off.’ To enable chat, click “Google Chat,” and to disable chat, click “Off”.
   

   

   If you’re disabling Google Chat:

   • Click the circle next to “Off.” Then, scroll all the way down and click on “Save Changes”.
     
     

If you’re enabling Google Chat:

• Select the circle next to "Google Chat”. Then scroll down and hit “Save Changes.”
  
  

After saving changes, Gmail will refresh, and you’ll see the changes to your chat settings.