- CSE-protected word documents should be supported in Google Docs (currently in Beta)
- Some features may not work fully to begin with
- Administrators must apply for Beta -Access
Google has announced a practical new update that comes to its online productivity suite so users can view and edit client page encrypted Microsoft Word (.docx) files within Google Docs Interface.
The advantage of users is that edits will continue to be stored in the original word format, enabling the use of Google Workspace with all the well -known word tools and formats.
Google’s updated feature also maintains data confidentiality by keeping the client page encryption (CSE) active, but there are some restrictions in place.
Edit CSE protected word documents in Google Docs
“This update makes it easy for you to utilize Google Workspace with the tools and formats you are already using while retaining the confidentiality of your sensitive data with client page encryption,” Google’s message reads.
While the function remains in beta, users must work within the restrictions of the function. For example, it only supports .docx files (not other word files), and a maximum file size of 20 MB applies. Some functional skills may also occur-some-word functions can only be visible or non-resident in documents and others may be lost or changed after editing.
Google confirmed: “As we continue to improve office editing in encrypted Google Docs, you may encounter incompatibility with certain features.” The company said messages appear if edits are expected to cause loss of function.
Google Workspace Enterprise Plus, Education Standard, Enterprise Plus and Frontline Plus access the feature, but it requires administrators to request access via a form. Once accepted, they will have immediate access to the beta function.
“Qualified Google Workspace administrators can use this form to request access to beta. We share more specific instructions when I’m accepted in the beta,” Google said.
