October 21, 2024
Improved comments experience in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides on Android tablets
What’s changing
Earlier this year, we introduced a new comments experience in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides on web. Today, we’re announcing a similar update to Android tablets for viewing, navigating, and replying to comments, especially on-the-go. In addition to improved design and filtering functionality to match the web experience, you’ll now be able to easily:
- Keep a pulse on the latest updates: now you’ll see the first comment and the two most recent replies from a comment thread, with the option to show all comments within a discussion.
- Review comments with full context: enjoy familiar, in-context commenting, similar to the web experience, while taking advantage of larger screen real estate on tablets.
- Navigate and filter comments: navigation tabs and filters within the comments panel help you easily find relevant comments, without having to switch to a separate view.
Comment experience in Docs
Comment experience in Sheets
Comment experience in Slides
Getting started
- Admins: There is no admin control for this feature.
- End users: Access the comments panel by tapping on the comment button on the top app bar. Visit the Help Center to learn more about using comments, action items, & emoji reactions.
Rollout pace
Google Slides & Sheets:
- Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Available now.
- Rapid Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on January 27, 2025
- Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on February 10, 2025
Availability
- Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts