Today we’re rolling out a few updates to Google+ to help your users find the content they’re looking for. From an updated look of the search interface to search suggestions and domain-only filters, these new experiences can make users confident that the content they see is the content they want. Read on for more information.
Suggested and recent searches before users start typingBefore a user begins typing in the search box, we'll show them Communities they may be looking for, as well as recent terms they've searched.
Improved AutocompleteAs the user types, autocomplete results will be shown from Topics, Collections, Communities, and People/Pages.
Filter results by content type using the new tabbed interfaceOn the search results page, users can now filter content by five categories: “All,” “Posts,” “Communities,” “Collections,” and “People & Pages.”
A popular ask from admins, the “Posts” tab allows users to sort results by new/top posts, as well as by the source of the post (from just you, from people you follow, or from everyone).
Restrict search results and home stream to show only content from within your domainWhile offering a mix of external and domain-restricted content can be a valuable aspect of Google+, showing content from people outside of your domain (especially those sourced from users’ personal contacts) can lead to user confusion. That’s why we’re introducing the ability to toggle between showing domain-only content vs. public content in search suggestions, search results, and the Google+ home stream. This feature is currently available on the web only.
With this toggle, users can enjoy the benefits of mixed content while also being able to focus on company-specific info when appropriate. Filtering out external content can increase users’ confidence that they won’t accidentally leak information by commenting on externally visible posts.
We hope that this new experience will make it easier for your users to locate and engage with their Google+ content and Communities.
Launch DetailsRelease track:Launching to both Rapid Release and Scheduled Release
Editions:Available to all G Suite editions
Rollout pace:Full rollout (1–3 days for feature visibility)
Impact:All end users
Action:Change management suggested/FYI
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