HOW TO DISABLE GEMINI ACROSS GOOGLE APPS
AI DESKMON, APR 13, 2026
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Google has integrated Gemini AI into most of its Workspace apps, from Gmail to Sheets. Users who find the feature distracting can now remove it.
Gemini now appears across Google's major applications, including Gmail's AI inbox, Chrome's chat sidebar, and productivity tools like Sheets and Docs. While some users find the AI assistant helpful, others view it as unnecessary clutter.
To disable Gemini features:
Gmail: Turn off "Help me write" and other compose suggestions in settings under "Advanced."
Sheets & Docs: Remove Gemini from the toolbar by accessing Extensions or disabling AI features in preferences.
Chrome: Disable the Gemini side panel in Chrome settings under "Experimental features."
Gmail sidebar: Users can collapse or hide the Gemini chat panel on the right side of the interface.
Disabling these features varies slightly by app and device type. Check individual app settings under "AI and smart features" or similar sections. Google has not yet provided a master switch to disable Gemini across all services simultaneously.