Set timers in Google Meet on the web
You can now create meeting timers in the Google Meet sidebar. Host/Co-hosts can manage the timer if host controls are on. If the host controls are off, anyone in the meeting can manage it. Once the timer is started, it will be visible to all meeting participants. You can also pause or cancel the timer once it starts.
Timers can be a valuable tool in online meetings for improving focus, managing time effectively, and ensuring equitable participation. By providing a visible, shared sense of time, they help structure the meeting and drive productivity.
More information can be found here.
How can I find the timer in Google Meet?
Click on the app launcher and you will see the timer feature
Set the required time, enable or disable the alarm and click start
Timer will be visible to all meeting participants
Google Meet live captions are expanding to Cantonese
Google are adding support for Cantonese to Google Meet’s live caption feature. This allows users to view real-time text of what is being spoken in the meeting, making it easier to follow along and participate.
When a Cantonese speaker is talking in Google Meet, their words will now appear instantly as captions on the screen.
More information can be found here.
