Intro to Google Workspace and Gmail

In this Bigger Brains course, you’ll learn what each Google Workspace app does, how to access them, and how they work together to support your daily tasks. You’ll explore how to personalize your profile, manage security and privacy settings, and navigate Gmail’s core features. You’ll also learn how to use labels, filters, tabs, and searchable fields to keep your inbox organized. Plus, you’ll see how to schedule emails, add a signature, and use Gemini to help you write messages more efficiently. 

You’ll see how Google Workspace makes it simple to manage contacts, collaborate, and move between apps. You’ll also learn how to create tasks directly from emails and identify practical ways to streamline your workflow. Whether you’re new to Google Workspace or want a stronger foundation in its core tools, you’ll gain the skills you need to stay organized and work smarter. 

Topics covered include: 

• Identifying the core use for each Google Workspace app 

• Navigating the apps 

• Modifying profile photo and contact info 

• Managing security settings 

• Reviewing sharing and privacy settings 

• Navigating Gmail 

• Identifying searchable fields in Gmail 

• Using labels, filters, and tabs 

• Using Gemini to write an email 

• Identifying ways to enter contacts into Google Workspace 

• Scheduling an email to be sent at a specific time 

• Adding a signature 

• Creating a task from an email 

Enjoy award winning HD content in the “Uniquely Engaging”TM Bigger Brains Teacher-Learner style! Taught by top subject matter experts, Bigger Brains courses are professionally designed around key learning objectives and include captions and transcripts in 30 languages, downloadable handouts, and optional LinkedIn digital badges on course completion.