To connect an app to Gemini, open Connected Apps in Gemini settings, choose an app available to your account, and turn it on. To direct a prompt to that app, type @, select the app, and ask your question. The list and exact settings path can differ by account, device, location, language, and Gemini surface.
Where to find Gemini Connected Apps settings
In Gemini on the web, open the settings and help area and select Connected Apps. In the mobile app, open the menu or profile area and look for Connected Apps; depending on the version, it may appear under Personal Intelligence. Google’s labels and navigation can change, so use the settings navigation in the app you are using.
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Connected Apps lists what is available to the signed-in account on that Gemini surface. Open an app’s details or Learn more before relying on a particular task: Google describes supported and unsupported actions there and may provide example prompts. See Google’s How to use Connected Apps in Gemini.
Connect an app and use it in a prompt
- In Gemini settings, open Connected Apps.
- Select an app that appears in the list and switch it on. Complete any authorization or permission prompts shown on screen.
- Start a new conversation and ask Gemini to use the app. To target it explicitly, type
@, select the app from the suggestions, and then write your request. - Check the app’s details for supported actions and examples. Some connections can work automatically for relevant requests; for others, naming the app or using
@AppNamehelps direct Gemini. Google says a connection or permission prompt may appear when you select an eligible app that is not connected.
For follow-up prompts in the same conversation, you may not need to repeat the instruction to use the app. Exact behavior depends on the connection and task. Google’s guidance is in How to use Connected Apps in Gemini.
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- Attention-grabbing design meets the latest evolution of the Google Pixel Camera on the new Google Pixel 11 Pro; Gemini Intelligence helps manage details so you can live in the moment[1]; and the phone is available in two sizes
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan: Works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers[2]
- Stay informed without looking at your screen: When your phone is face down, Pixel HiLight gently alerts you with subtle glowing lights when your favorite contacts are calling or you’re talking with Gemini; exclusive to Google Pixel 11 Pro phones
- Magic Capture catches the moment as you live it: With just one tap, Pixel 11 Pro captures video and photos, and automatically edits, crops, and unblurs a curated collection, ready to share – and you get the memory of how it felt to be in the moment
- Two new cameras for more brilliant photos: A larger telephoto sensor captures 30% more light for clear, beautiful photos and videos, even in the dark[3]; Pixel’s longest zoom ever helps you capture details from impressive distances[4]
Disconnect an app or change its access
Return to Connected Apps and switch the app off. Google states: “You can disconnect or connect apps in your Connected Apps settings anytime.” This controls access through that connection; it does not necessarily prevent Gemini from using public information about a related Google service. Google distinguishes public information Gemini may use from Search or YouTube from personal information and content in connected services, which it says is not accessed without permission. For more, see Google’s Connected Apps guidance and its data-handling explanation.
What Gemini’s Google Workspace connection can do
The Google Workspace app can help Gemini find and summarize information in Gmail, Docs, and Drive, interact with Tasks and Keep, and create or manage Calendar events. It has important limits: Google says it cannot access comments or images in Gmail or Docs, pictures and videos in Drive, or manage Drive folders and move content. For work and school accounts, consult Google’s Workspace app requirements and limitations.
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- Google Pixel 10a is a durable, everyday phone with more[1]; snap brilliant photography on a simple, powerful camera, get 30+ hours out of a full charge[2], and do more with helpful AI like Gemini[3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel 10a is sleek and durable, with a super smooth finish, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display, and IP68 water and dust protection[4]
- The Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness shows up clear as day, even in direct sunlight[5]
- Plan, create, and get more done with help from Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; have it screen spam calls while you focus[6]; chat with Gemini to brainstorm your meal plan[7], or bring your ideas to life with Nano Banana[8]
Requirements for work or school accounts
A Workspace connection may depend on a qualifying Workspace edition, Keep Activity being on, and the administrator enabling app connections. Sign in to Gemini with the same account you use for Workspace. Gmail Smart features settings may also be a prerequisite for the Workspace connection. If an option is missing, ask your administrator whether the edition and connection settings are supported.
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Why an app may be missing or unavailable
Gemini app availability is account- and surface-specific. Google’s current app availability information accounts for factors including location, language, device, account type, age requirements, subscriptions where relevant, and supported Gemini modes such as chat, Live, or Spark. A connection visible to another person—or on another device—may not be available to you. Check your own list and the app’s details in Connected Apps and Google’s app availability information.
- The app is not listed: It may not be eligible for your account, country, language, device, or Gemini mode.
- The switch is unavailable or connection fails: Check for an authorization prompt, account restrictions, or—in a work or school account—administrator controls and edition requirements.
- Gemini does not perform the action you expect: Review the app’s details for supported actions. An integration does not imply access to every feature or item in that service.
Connect a custom app with MCP
For a personal or custom app not covered by the built-in list, Google documents an advanced route using a server that implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It requires an MCP server URL and is subject to eligibility limits, including account, age, location, and Keep Activity conditions. It is not a universal way to connect any app.
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- Google Pixel 10 Pro is the ultimate Pixel experience, featuring advanced AI with Gemini, unbelievable camera quality, impeccable design in two sizes, and the next-gen Google Tensor G5 chip[1]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works - Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Get a head start on syncing your data before it even arrives: After you purchase your new Pixel, look for an email that explains how to transfer your photos, videos, passwords, and more in just a few quick steps[11]
- Pixel’s pro camera system makes everything look amazing, even in low light; capture more of the scene with advanced Google AI models, and bring out incredible details with 100x Pro Res Zoom, stunning 50 MP images, and super steady videos in 8K[10]
- Pixel 10 Pro is built with durable aluminum and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for scratch and drop resistance; the 6.3-inch Super Actua display with 3,300-nit peak brightness is easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight[3,13,18]
Where eligible, Google’s instructions cover adding the server URL, completing prompts, switching the connection off, unlinking the server or revoking permissions, and removing the custom app. Follow the current steps and restrictions in Google’s custom app connection guidance.
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How to choose the right connection
Before building a workflow around an integration, check these points in Google’s availability and help pages:
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- Google Pixel 7 is powered by Google Tensor G2; it’s faster, more efficient, and more secure, with the best photo and video quality yet on Pixel[1].Other camera description:Front,Rear.Bluetooth Version 5.2 with dual antennas for enhanced quality and connection.
- Unlocked Android 5G phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours; when Extreme Battery Saver is turned on, it can last up to 72 hours[3]
- The 6.3-inch Pixel 7 display is super sharp, with rich, vivid colors; it’s fast and responsive for smoother gaming, scrolling, and moving between apps[4]
- Google Pixel 7 has wide and ultrawide lenses with up to 8x Super Res Zoom[5]; and Cinematic Blur brings more drama to your videos
- Task: Does the app support the action you need, or only a narrower set of actions?
- Account and administration: Is it available to a personal account or your work or school account, and does an administrator need to enable it?
- Coverage: Does it work in your location and language, on your device, and in the Gemini mode you plan to use?
- Access: What information can the connection use, and what permission or authorization does it require?
- Connection type: Is it a built-in Connected App or a custom MCP connection with separate eligibility and setup requirements?
Google’s roster includes third-party services such as Dropbox, Canva, Airtable, and Adobe, but eligibility and supported tasks differ and can change. Confirm current details in the Connected Apps information instead of assuming a service works the same way for every account.
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