7 Game-Changing Notion Updates You Don’t Want to Miss (August 2024)

Did you know that Notion recently released Notion Charts, the most awaited updates of the year? Even more, there are new updates for databases, automation, and AI that you don’t want to miss. In this article, we'll cover all of these recent updates and show you how to implement them in your workspaces.

Update 1: Notion Calendar on Android

Notion has been a game-changer in the realm of productivity tools, and the latest updates only further solidify its standing. The first major update we wanted to discuss is that Notion Calendar is now available on Android. Android users can now seamlessly integrate their schedules and tasks within Notion across their devices.

If you've been hesitant to use Notion Calendar because it wasn’t available for Android, now's your chance as the app is completely free. We have a full tutorial video right below that we highly recommend you check out if you would like to get started with Notion Calendar!

MASTER your schedule with Notion Calendar? | Full Guide (2024)

Update 2: Suggested Edits

The next update we want to discuss is Suggested Edits, one of the most useful updates for document collaboration among team members. Simply go to the top right corner, click on the three dots, and toggle on “Suggested Edits”. In this mode, you can write and suggest edits that others can accept, reject, or discuss further.

Update 3: Notion AI

Notion AI has received some significant updates!

Notion AI can answer any question using information from Notion, Slack, and soon Google Drive and GitHub, with models like GPT-4. There is no need to search through multiple tools as you can now interact with Notion in a full-page window.

To access Notion AI anywhere within the app, there are three main options:

1. click on suggested prompts at the right of the screen

2. Use the shortcut shift + command + J

3. Go to the left sidebar section where you can find Notion AI on a dedicated page

Update 4: Improved Inbox

The improved inbox is a major update that enhances how you manage messages and notifications. You can now lock the inbox pane while addressing your pending notifications. This prevents interruptions from new messages while you handle existing ones.

Update 5: Integrations with Asana and Jira

The new update allows you to import projects from Asana and convert them into Notion databases. The Jira Sync integration has also been improved, which offers faster syncs and upgraded database functionality.

Update 6: Database Automation

There are now significant improvements in both databases and automation, changing how we manage databases and interact with data. You can choose to explore and use advanced features such as sub-items, dependencies, tasks, and AI summary properties.

Additionally, the ability to add multiple triggers for automation has been improved, allowing for more complex workflows and automation setup.

Update 7: Charts

Finally, the most awaited update is the introduction of Notion Charts. You no longer have to use third-party tools to display your data visually in Notion. You can now create various types of charts, such as vertical bars, horizontal bars, lines, and donuts. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to visualize data directly within Notion.

You can also customize charts extensively, including sorting, omitting zero values, changing y-axes, and selecting color styles. One thing to note is that if you’re on the free plan, you can only create one chart per workspace. For unlimited charts, you’ll need to upgrade to the Plus plan.

Coming up next: Notion Forms!

One of the most exciting upcoming features is Notion Forms. With this update, you'll be able to create and manage forms directly within Notion. This will allow you to gather feedback, conduct surveys, and collect data seamlessly.

Follow our website for more details on how to leverage Notion Forms to streamline your data collection!

Want to learn more about Notion?

We can’t wait for you to start working with these new features. Learn more about the latest update right here and don’t forget we have many FREE resources to help you learn and master Notion.