Gmail enables direct editing of attached Word, Excel, PowerPoint files

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Ngày cập nhật gần nhất: 15/4/2026

Google is streamlining the workflow on Microsoft Office files with a new feature added to the Gmail inbox, allowing users to edit attached Office files directly in emails, similar to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Google has announced several new features for tools in Google Workspace, formerly known as G Suite. These enhancements will come to Gmail, Google Docs, and Sheets. The new features are starting to roll out.

Gmail supports direct editing of attached Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files

Specifically, a noteworthy improvement regarding Gmail allows users to edit Microsoft Office files directly within Gmail without converting them to Google Docs format. While this editing capability has been available for some time, users previously had to open Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides to access the specific file they wanted to edit. Now, you can open Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files directly from Gmail and make edits without the need for file format conversion.

Furthermore, Google is enhancing support for new formatting options in Docs. For instance, you can create Docs documents or edit Word files with a combination of both landscape and portrait orientations. In the coming year, the company will also introduce the ability to insert images behind text and add watermarks.

Finally, there's a new feature for Excel users - the Macro Converter add-on. If you frequently use Excel macros and want to work with them in Google Sheets, this add-on can help you convert VBA code within Excel macros into Apps Script, used by Google's tool. You can install the add-on from the Google Workspace Marketplace.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What new feature allows editing of Office files in Gmail?

Google's new feature allows users to edit attached Microsoft Office files directly within Gmail. This means you can modify Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents without needing to convert them to Google Docs format.

How can I edit Microsoft Office files directly from my Gmail?

To edit Microsoft Office files in Gmail, simply open the email containing the attachment. Click on the attached Word, Excel, or PowerPoint file, and you will be able to make edits directly within the Gmail interface.

What additional features have been announced for Google Docs and Sheets?

Google has introduced several enhancements for Google Docs and Sheets, including new formatting options such as mixed landscape and portrait orientations, the ability to insert images behind text, and watermark features for documents.

Is there a way to convert Excel macros to Google Sheets format?

Yes, there is a Macro Converter add-on available for Google Sheets that allows users to convert Excel VBA code into Apps Script. This makes it easier to use existing Excel macros within Google Sheets.

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