Before you even think of going out to buy a new phone, make sure it has Google Chat built into it so your friends and family can easily connect with you. This article includes a step-by-step list of what you’ll have to do to add Google Chat to your Android device. About the Author Bob LeVitus started writing for online publications in 2003, including “The Scenic Hudson Gazette.” Prior to that, he worked as editor, producer and photographer for nearly a decade at numerous media outlets. In 2013, he was inducted into the New Hampshire Newspaper Association Hall of Fame . LeVitus earned graduate degrees from Felician College in NJ and Emerson College in Boston.
What is Google Chat for Android?
Google Chat is a chat program that can be used on Android devices. It is free to use and can be downloaded from the Google Play store. The program is available in Open Source software under Apache 2.0, meaning that it has been reviewed by a third party organisation and found to be free of any bugs or viruses and malware.
Google Chat comprises of many features, such as:
Chatting the personal way – getting together to talk, share thoughts and ideas (chatting). Sharing without the delay of establishing a private message thread i.e IM chats.
Giving your friends the ability to effortlessly send messages while chatting
Set up Google Chat and get guest access
Google Chat is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family while on the go. If you’re looking to get started, here’s a quick guide on how to set it up on your Android device. First, make sure that you have the latest version of the Google Chat app installed. Next, open the app and sign in with your Google account. From there, you’ll need to add your friends. Tap on the three lines in the top left corner of the chat window and select “Add Contact.” Next, type in a name of a friend or family member who you want to be able to chat with and tap “Next.” You’ll then be asked whether you want them to be able to see your messages and access your contact list. Answer yes if you want them to be able to access these features and no if you don’t. Once your friend has been added, they will appear in the main chat window along with an orange dot next to their name. You can also invite other people by typing their address or phone number into the “Message” field and pressing “Send.” You’ll then see a prompt asking recipients if they want to receive messages from that person.
Obtain the addresses of GMail contacts from their emails and use them in chat
Google has released a new app called Chat that lets you talk with people on your Google contacts. You can talk to anyone on Chat by entering their email address.
Setting up a connection with your phone and using IM Messenger, Skype or Whatsapp to contact people
Google Chat is a great app for communication, but it can be difficult to connect to your phone using Google Chat when you’re not in the same place. That’s where these other chat applications come in handy – they let you contact people who are not nearby or who may be unavailable to use Google Chat. Here’s how to set up each of these apps:
– Skype: In order to use Skype, you’ll first need to install the app on your phone and create an account. You can then sign in to your account and add contacts. Once you’ve added contacts, select the Contact on Skype option in Google Chat and enter their name or number.
– Whatsapp: WhatsApp requires no setup, just download the app and sign up for an account. Once you’ve registered and logged in, open WhatsApp and select the Add contact option from the main menu. Enter a name or number for the contact, and press Save.
Utilize Google Hangouts on Air to DM people your camera (video) is on
Google Hangouts on Air is a great way to quickly and easily message people your camera (video) is on. Simply create a Hangout, announce that your camera is on, and start recording. You can then share the video directly with the people in your chat window. This is a handy tool for quickly sharing photos or videos with friends and family when you’re not around to use your phone’s normal camera interface.
Conclusion
Google Chat is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family on the go. However, it can be difficult to get started. This guide will show you how to get Google Chat on Android.