Connecting Google Workspace
Connect your Google account to display content from Google Slides, Sheets, Docs, and Photos directly on your screens. When you update something in Google, your displays update automatically — no manual steps needed.
What you can display
Section titled “What you can display”| Service | What shows on your display |
|---|---|
| Google Slides | Presentations, announcements, promotional decks — beta |
| Google Sheets | Tables, charts, KPIs, live data — beta |
| Google Docs | Documents, policies, procedures — beta |
| Google Photos | Albums and slideshows |
Connecting your Google account
Section titled “Connecting your Google account”- Navigate to Account → Integrations.
- Find Google Workspace and click Connect.
- Google’s sign-in page appears — select your Google account or sign in.
- Review the permissions requested and click Allow.
- Status shows Connected and your Google content becomes available.
Tip: Use your organization’s Google Workspace account for business content so you have access to shared drives and team files.
Note: All permissions are read-only. BrandCast can view your content but cannot create, edit, or delete anything in your Google account.
Using connected Google services
Section titled “Using connected Google services”Google Slides
Section titled “Google Slides”Beta: Google Slides integration is currently in beta. Features and availability may change.
- Go to Library → Add Content.
- Select Google Slides.
- Browse and select a presentation.
- Configure how long each slide displays before advancing.
Slides are fetched from Google and converted to images for display. When you update the presentation in Google, BrandCast picks up the changes at the next sync.
Detailed Google Slides guide →
Google Sheets
Section titled “Google Sheets”Beta: Google Sheets integration is currently in beta. Features and availability may change.
- Go to Library → Add Content.
- Select Google Sheets.
- Choose a spreadsheet and the specific sheet tab.
- Select the data range and display mode (table, chart, etc.).
Detailed Google Sheets guide →
Google Docs
Section titled “Google Docs”Beta: Google Docs integration is currently in beta. Features and availability may change.
Google Docs are fetched from Google and converted to page images for display. When you update the document in Google, your display reflects the changes at the next sync.
- Go to Library → Add Content.
- Select Google Docs.
- Choose a document.
- BrandCast fetches the document and converts it to display pages automatically.
Google Photos
Section titled “Google Photos”- Go to Library → Add Content.
- Select Google Photos.
- Browse and select an album.
- Configure slideshow options — duration per photo, transition style.
Albums support both photos and videos. Video files in your Google Photos albums now play back correctly on displays.
Detailed Google Photos guide →
How updates sync
Section titled “How updates sync”| Service | What updates automatically |
|---|---|
| Slides | Slide content and design changes (converted to images at sync) |
| Sheets | Cell values, formulas, charts |
| Docs | Document content (converted to page images at sync) |
| Photos | New photos and videos added to albums |
Updates appear on your display within 15 minutes of the next sync. To see a change immediately, open the content item in your library and click Refresh Now.
Content access requirements
Section titled “Content access requirements”For content to display, your connected Google account needs at least Viewer access to the file. If a file is shared only within your organization, make sure your connected account is part of that organization.
| Access level | Works? |
|---|---|
| Owner | Yes |
| Editor | Yes |
| Viewer | Yes |
| No access | No — content won’t display |
Connecting multiple Google accounts
Section titled “Connecting multiple Google accounts”You can connect more than one Google account if you need to access content from different accounts.
- Go to Account → Integrations.
- Click Add Another Google Account.
- Sign in with the additional account.
When adding content, you can browse files from any connected account.
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”“Access denied” or “Permission required.” Verify you have access to the file in Google directly. Try opening it in a browser — if Google blocks you there, it will block BrandCast too. Re-authorize the connection if needed.
Connection expired. Google connections require periodic re-authorization. If the status shows “Needs Re-authorization,” go to Account → Integrations, click Reconnect next to Google Workspace, and sign in again.
Content not found. Check that the file still exists in Google and hasn’t been moved to the Trash. Confirm you’re browsing the correct connected account.
Sync not updating. Check the connection status in Account → Integrations. Use the manual refresh option in the content item’s settings. If the problem persists, try disconnecting and reconnecting your Google account.
Organization blocked the connection. If your IT policy blocks third-party app access, ask your IT administrator to approve BrandCast in your Google Workspace admin console.
Disconnecting Google
Section titled “Disconnecting Google”To remove your Google connection:
- Navigate to Account → Integrations.
- Find Google Workspace.
- Click Disconnect and confirm.
Warning: Disconnecting removes access to all Google content. Displays showing Google Slides, Docs, Sheets, or Photos will stop updating and may show an error or the last cached version.