The Annoying AI Pop-ups in Google Docs

You're not alone if you've felt frustrated with the AI features in Google Docs. They can be intrusive and disrupt your workflow. I recently found myself in this situation, and it took me some time to figure out how to disable them. In this article, we'll show you how to turn off AI pop-ups and features in Google Docs.

What Are Google Docs' AI Features?

Google Docs' AI features are designed to help you write and edit your documents more efficiently. They include features like "write with Gemini" and "help me write" that can be activated automatically when you open a new document. However, these features can be annoying and intrusive, especially if you're not interested in using them.

How to Turn Off AI Pop-ups in Google Docs

To turn off AI pop-ups in Google Docs, you need to disable "smart features" across your Google workspace via Gmail. Here's how:

1. Open Gmail on your computer or mobile device.
2. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
3. Scroll down to the "General" tab and click on "Smart features."
4. Toggle off the switch next to "Smart features" to disable them.

What About Other AI Features?

In addition to turning off AI pop-ups, you can also disable other AI features in Google Docs. For example, you can turn off the "help me write" feature that hovers over your cursor while you work. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open a new document in Google Docs.
2. Click on the "Tools" menu and select "Preferences."
3. In the Preferences window, click on the "Smart features" tab.
4. Toggle off the switch next to "Help me write" to disable it.

Conclusion

Disabling AI features in Google Docs is easier than you think. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can turn off AI pop-ups and features and work more efficiently in Google Docs. Remember to disable "smart features" across your Google workspace via Gmail to ensure that AI features are disabled across all your Google apps.