Google has expanded its AI chatbot Gemini with a new feature, allowing its Deep Research tool to connect with Google Workspace apps. This update enables users to access data from Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, PDFs, and Google Chat to create more detailed and relevant reports. The best part is that this feature is free, so users don’t need a paid subscription to use it.
Deep Research was first introduced in March 2025 as an AI research assistant. It can plan and execute research based on prompts, making it useful for students, professionals, and scientists. Previously, the tool relied on web searches or uploaded documents for information. Now, it can pull data from a user’s Google Workspace, allowing a richer and more personalized research experience.
To use the feature, users need to visit the Gemini website and select Deep Research from the Tools menu. A new “Sources” option appears, offering four choices: Search, Drive, Gmail, and Chat. Selecting “Search” performs a normal web-based search, while choosing Drive, Gmail, or Chat lets the tool access your files, emails, and chat messages to generate reports. This makes it possible to analyze internal documents, emails, and project discussions in a single report. Mobile app access is expected in the coming days.
Google highlighted examples of the tool’s potential. For instance, teams working on a new product can have Deep Research analyze brainstorming documents, related email threads, and project plans to create a comprehensive market analysis. The tool can summarize information, identify patterns, and help plan research or projects more efficiently.
With this expansion, Google aims to make Gemini a more integrated part of its ecosystem. By connecting the AI to Workspace apps, users can rely on it for both external and internal information, improving productivity and decision-making. The move also positions Gemini as a free, versatile AI tool that can compete with other AI research assistants in the market.
Overall, the update strengthens Google’s focus on AI-powered tools for everyday work. Users now have access to a smart assistant that can quickly analyze both their personal and team data, offering actionable insights in real time. Deep Research’s integration into Workspace apps is a step forward in making AI an essential part of work and research workflows.
