Update
[October 26, 2020]: Please note that there is now an extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days) for this feature.
Quick launch summary
We’re making it easier to manage access requests to Drive files by sending dynamic emails which allow you to respond to the request without leaving Gmail.
When someone requests access to a Drive file, you’ll receive an email with the access request. Now, Gmail users will be able to manage that request directly from that email, without leaving the message. Specifically, you’ll receive a dynamic email that lets you review the request, choose the access level (e.g. edit, comment, or view), and grant access directly from the email.
Previously, you had to open the document in a new tab or app to manage the access request. The dynamic email will make it quicker and simpler to manage these requests and control access to your files. It will work for Gmail users on the web, on Android, and on iOS.
Note that the 'from' address for access request emails is changing with this launch. They will now come from drive-shares-dm-noreply@google.com.
Getting started
- Admins: This feature will be ON by default if dynamic email is available for your users. Use our Help Center to learn more about dynamic email and how to turn it on or off for your users.
- End users: This feature will be ON by default for users with dynamic email turned on. Use the Help Center to learn more about how to turn dynamic email on or off for your account.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility) starting on October 20, 2020
Availability
- Available to Workspace Essentials, Business Starter, Business Standard, Business Plus, Enterprise Essentials, Enterprise Standard, and Enterprise Plus, as well as G Suite Basic, Business, Education, Enterprise for Education, and Nonprofits customers, and users with personal Google Accounts