Gmail revamps summary cards to streamline email organization

Summary cards in Gmail appearing at the top of emails related to purchases, events, bills or travel plans. | Image credit — Google

The redesigned summary cards will feature a fresh look and offer more actionable functionalities. Users can now add events to their Google Calendar directly from the card, invite others, or set reminders for bill payments. The cards will also become more intelligent, organizing key information from related emails and providing real-time updates. This means users can track packages, see the latest status of their orders, and know precisely when to expect deliveries.

Old versus New Summary Cards. | Image credit — Google

In addition to the updated summary cards within individual emails, Gmail is introducing a new “Happening soon” section at the top of the inbox. This section will initially display purchase summary cards, particularly when a delivery is imminent. For instance, if an estimated delivery date is two days away, the “Happening soon” section will prominently show the purchase summary card, allowing users to quickly see when their package is expected to arrive. If multiple deliveries are scheduled around the same timeframe, the cards will be stacked, and users can expand, dismiss, or click on them to go directly to the corresponding email.

As someone who relies heavily on email for both personal and professional communication, I find these updates to be quite promising. The ability to quickly access crucial information without having to sift through multiple emails is a welcome improvement. I’m particularly interested in the “Happening soon” section, as it seems like a convenient way to stay on top of upcoming deliveries and events. I believe these changes will make Gmail an even more valuable tool for managing my daily tasks and staying organized.