Is there Google Hangouts for PC?

On your computer, you can use the Hangouts Chrome extension to send messages, make video and phone calls, or share photos. Important: The Hangouts Chrome app isn’t available anymore. If accessible, switch to the Hangouts Chrome extension.

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How do I download Hangouts chat on PC?

How to Install Google Chat on Your Computer

Open Google Chrome on your computer.
If the app isn’t installed, you’ll automatically get a pop-up promoting to install the app.
However, if you don’t get the pop-up, tap the three-dot menu at the top right in Chrome.
From the available options, select “Install Google Chat.”

Is there a Windows 10 Hangouts app?

Client for Hangouts is a Universal Windows 10 app that lets you chat with your Google contacts | Windows Central.

How do I get Google Chat on my desktop?

Important: Google Chat is now available in early preview for personal Google Accounts on Android and desktop….

Go to Google Chat or your Gmail account.
Enter your message.
Choose an option:
Select the file you want to send.
Click Send .

Is Google Chat and hangout the same thing?

Originally born out of Hangouts, Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet have now been rebranded as Google Chat and Google Meet, and are coming full circle to replace Hangouts for consumers as well as companies. If you think this sounds confusing, welcome to Google’s messaging app strategy over the last few years.

Can I get Google Chat on my laptop?

Google Chat is available in Gmail. You can also use Google Chat on the web and on mobile with apps for Android, iOS, and desktop.

Is Google Chat the same as Hangouts?

Classic Hangouts is being replaced by Google Chat for everyone. Some people may have already been moved to Google Chat and may no longer be able to use classic Hangouts on some platforms. Important: You will no longer be able to download the classic Hangouts app on Android or iOS.

Is Google Hangouts going away?

Starting from March 22, 2022, Google Chat will become the default chat platform for customers who are still using the Hangouts app for iPhones and Android smartphones.

What replaced Google Hangouts?

It was replaced by Hangouts that is now being replaced by Google Chats. To enable Chats on Gmail web, go to settings > Chat and Meet > select Google Chat.

How do I start a chat on my computer?

There are several ways to open Chat on your computer:

To keep your communication in one place, open a Chrome Browser tab and use Chat in Gmail.
To keep your workspaces separate, use the standalone Chat app. See Install the Chat standalone app.
To work in Chrome Browser tabs, open Chrome Browser and go to Chat.

Is Hangouts shutting down in 2021?

Google began transitioning Workspace users from Hangouts to Meet and Chat in June 2020. Subsequently, Gmail users transitioned from Hangouts to Meet and Chat during 2021 and the Hangouts service is to be discontinued.