How to Disable Google’s Smart Compose Text Suggestions

Google's Smart Compose feature, while intended to streamline the writing process, can sometimes feel intrusive, especially when it interrupts your train of thought with unwanted text suggestions. Whether you're composing emails in Gmail or documents in Google Docs, turning off Smart Compose can provide relief from these distractions. Here's how to disable Smart Compose in both platforms.

Disabling Smart Compose in Google Docs

1. Access Preferences: In the browser version of Google Docs, click on the "Tools" menu at the top, then select "Preferences.

2. Navigate to General Settings: Under the "General" tab in Preferences, locate the option labeled "Show Smart Compose suggestions."

3. Uncheck the Option: Deselect the checkbox next to "Show Smart Compose suggestions" to turn off this feature in Google Docs.

4. Additional Options: Optionally, you can also disable "Show Smart Reply suggestions" to prevent suggested replies below comments.

Disabling Smart Compose in Desktop Gmail

1. Access Gmail Settings: Click on the Settings cog in Gmail, then select "See all settings."

2. Navigate to Smart Compose Settings: Scroll down to the "General" tab and locate the section labeled "Smart Compose."

3. Disable Writing Suggestions: Select "Writing suggestions off" to turn off Smart Compose suggestions in Gmail.

4. Additional Options: Below Smart Compose settings, you can also toggle off "Smart Compose personalization" and "Smart Reply" if desired.

Disabling Smart Compose in the Gmail Mobile App

1. Access Settings: Tap on the three parallel lines in the upper-left corner of the Gmail app, then select "Settings."

2. Choose Google Account: If you have multiple accounts, choose the one you want to affect.

3. Navigate to Smart Compose: Scroll down to find the "Smart Compose in email" option and uncheck it.

4. Additional Options: You can also disable Smart Reply in email, Smart Compose in Chat, and Smart Reply in Chat if desired.

Conclusion

Disabling Google's Smart Compose feature offers a respite from unwanted text suggestions, allowing users to maintain focus and control over their writing process. Whether you're crafting important emails or documents, turning off Smart Compose can help eliminate distractions and ensure that your thoughts remain uninterrupted. Follow the steps outlined above to regain control over your writing experience in both Google Docs and Gmail.