Google Docs update lets you draft emails and send them to Gmail with a click

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The company has announced that it is rolling out a new feature that will make it easier to use its word processor to draft emails. It is part of the smart canvas initiative, which aims to weave together the search giant's productivity software.

The email draft template is similar to other smart canvas features, such as the context menu, and can be accessed with the@ symbol. The email can be drafted with defining recipients, a subject line and body text. Click the Gmail icon on the left to open the email service when it is ready to send.

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The feature is most useful for emails that multiple people need to contribute to, allowing everyone to post comments and suggestions in a Google Doc. The point of smart canvas is to make it easier to switch between products like this.

Anyone on legacy G Suite Basic and Business plans will be able to use the email draft feature, which was teased last month. It will start appearing for most users from next week.