Comments and action items are now available for client-side encrypted Google Sheets and Slides
What’s changing
We’re pleased to announce that the use of comments and action items are now available in client-side encrypted Google Sheets and Slides. This includes the ability to add, edit, reply, filter, or delete comments, as well as assign action items to yourself or others. This is already available for client-side encrypted Google Docs. Expanding this functionality to Sheets and Slides makes it easier to collaborate across encrypted documents.
Additional details
Getting started
- Admins: Client-side encryption can be enabled at the domain, OU, and Group levels (Admin console > Security > Access and data control > Client-side encryption). Visit our Help Center to learn more about client-side encryption.
- End users: If client-side encryption is enabled by your admin, use our Help Center to learn more about working with encrypted files in Drive, Docs, Sheets & Slides.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release domains: Extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility) starting on October 2, 2024
- Scheduled Release domains: Extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility) starting on October 22, 2024
Availability
- Available to Google Workspace Enterprise Plus, Education Standard and Education Plus customers