How to Use Google Meet with the Greet View Extension

Introduction to Google Meet and Its Limitations

• Pablo Gálvez Ortega introduces the video, focusing on using Google Meet for conferences and classes.

• He discusses a limitation of Google Meet where only four or five participants can be seen at once, making it difficult to engage with larger groups.

Introduction of Google Meet Greet View

• The new tool, Google Meet Greet View, is introduced as a solution to view multiple participants simultaneously during meetings.

• This extension allows users to see attendees in a mosaic layout, enhancing interaction and participation.

Installing the Greet View Extension

• Instructions are provided on how to find and install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.

• Users are guided to search for "Google Chrome extensions" and locate the specific extension needed for installation.

Setting Up a Meeting in Google Meet

• After installing the extension, users can access it via an icon in their browser.

• Steps are outlined for creating or joining a meeting in Google Meet, including sharing access links with participants.

Utilizing Features of Greet View During Meetings

• Participants' visibility is discussed; before installing the extension, only certain attendees were visible.

• The functionality of highlighting speakers is explained; those who speak will be prominently displayed during meetings.

• The ability to control participant microphones is emphasized, allowing hosts to manage discussions effectively.

Conclusion and Support Resources