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You can now lock a file in Google Drive by right-clicking the file, selecting File information > Lock. Locking a file ensures reviewers cannot change a file. Edits, comments and suggestions cannot be added to locked documents..

Availability

This feature is now available for all UNLVMail (@unlv.edu) and Rebelmail accounts (@unlv.nevada.edu)

Learn more about locking files in Google Drive.


Scheduling Meetings in Gmail

You can now find convenient meeting times with others much quicker. When you compose a new message, you will see a new Calendar icon that will allow you to:

  • Offer times you’re free: This option allows you to select and insert proposed meeting times directly from your calendar into the email, and the the recipient can review the proposed times and select one to automatically get an email with a calendar invite.
  • Create an event: This options allows you a quick way to schedule a meeting and share the event information back in the email.

Availability

This feature is now available for all UNLVMail (@unlv.edu) and Rebelmail accounts (@unlv.nevada.edu)

Learn more about scheduling events in Gmail.


Replacing URL in Google Sheet with Smart Chip

Google has added YouTube chips to Sheets to help you more easily manage YouTube content. This feature allows you to add YouTube data, such as the title, description, and video preview, directly into your spreadsheet cell.

To add a YouTube smart chip, paste a YouTube link into the cell, hover over it, and click the “Chip” option included in the “Replace URL” hovercard.

Availability

This feature is now available for all UNLVMail (@unlv.edu) and Rebelmail accounts (@unlv.nevada.edu)

Learn more about Sheet Smart Chips.