Google Meet

What Is It?

Google Meet is part of Google’s Workspace (formerly known as G Suite) core tools. In order to use Meet, you need to create a UIC Google Workspace account at the . Users can start a chat conversation, video call, or phone call using Wi-Fi with up to 100 people at a time. Meet sessions sync automatically across devices. Meet sessions started on a computer, can be continued on another device, such as a phone, for example.

Other Service Names

Hangouts

Features

• Start a video chat with one person or a group
• Call a phone from your computer using Wi-Fi or data
• Draw or doodle
• Use emojis
• Use pictures (or GIFs)
• Manage your Circles to quickly launch calls
• Schedule your Meet appointment
• Collaborate via Meet and Google Docs
• Watch YouTube videos with others
• Select your settings for communications with that specific user, such as notifications, Meet history, and blocking users
• Change the given bandwidth in Meet

Requirements

• Active UIC Google Account
• A computer or phone with a camera and microphone
  • Learn how to use your camera and microphone when you start a video call for the first time
• An internet or data connection
• Acceptance of Meet and Chat Acceptable Use Policy

Who Is Eligible To Use It?

• Faculty
• Staff
• Students

Where Can I Get It?

Select the Access Google Meet button located on this page.

Google Meet is part of your Google Workspace account. Before using Meet, you may need to create a Google Workspace UIC account. Visit the UIC Account Portal.

How Do I Use It?

Here is a Google Meet Quick Guide to help you get started.

How Much Does It Cost?

This service is funded by the University; there are no direct costs to clients.

How Can I Get Support?

If you are experiencing a problem with this service, please report it. If you just have a question, feel free to ask us.

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