Google has introduced a new feature in Docs that allows users to generate audio versions of their documents using artificial intelligence, the company announced this week.

The tool, powered by Google’s Gemini AI, enables users to listen to written content with customizable options, including different voice styles and playback speeds. While initially available only in English and on desktop devices, the rollout marks another step in Google’s push to integrate AI across its productivity suite.

The feature is not limited to document creators. Readers of shared files can also access audio playback by selecting “Audio > Listen to this tab” under the Tools menu. Authors, meanwhile, can embed a dedicated audio button directly into a document through the “Insert > Audio” option, allowing readers to begin listening with a single click.

Google first teased the concept in April with plans to turn documents into AI-generated podcasts. The new function is aimed at everyday use cases, such as reviewing a draft without reading it or listening while multitasking.

For now, audio in Docs will be available to Google Workspace customers with business, enterprise, or education accounts, as well as subscribers to the company’s AI Pro and AI Ultra plans. The company has not yet announced when it will expand support to mobile devices or other languages.

By offering voice-enabled access, Google joins a growing number of tech firms experimenting with text-to-audio services, reflecting rising demand for flexible ways to consume digital content. Analysts say the move could make Docs more accessible, particularly for users with visual impairments or those who prefer auditory learning.

Google has not disclosed whether it plans to integrate the audio option with other Workspace tools such as Slides or Sheets.