You know that never-ending email thread that starts with “Hey, when are you free?” and somehow turns into a three-day ordeal just to find a 15-minute slot? Yeah… that’s over.
Google finally fixed it. There’s a new Gmail feature that lets you drop your available meeting times right into an email.No more flipping between tabs, copying calendar links, or watching the conversation vanish into the inbox void.
Here’s how it works:
Click the meeting-time icon while writing your email.
Pick the time slots you’re available, straight from your calendar.
Insert those slots into your message; they’ll show up as clickable options.
The recipient picks a time; a calendar invite is automatically created for both of you.
That’s it. No apps. No extra steps. Just Gmail doing what Gmail should’ve been doing all along.
When Should You Use It?
Pretty much anytime you’re tired of the scheduling circus. But seriously, it’s perfect for:
Locking in client calls with one email instead of five
Figuring out meeting times across time zones without all the “does this work?” messages
Keeping your inbox (and your sanity) a little cleaner
Whether it’s a sales chat, a team check-in, or a quick sync, dropping your availability straight into the email saves everyone time and a few brain cells.
So yeah, ditch the back-and-forth. Start sharing meeting times right from Gmail. Your future self (and your calendar) will definitely be grateful.