Grok Bot Just Got 11 MASSIVE Updates (How to Turn Them On)

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_thI991MLA

Channel: Nuno Tavares | Automated Marketer

Introduction

The latest video from Nuno Tavares | Automated Marketer walks through eleven recent updates to Grok Bot, showing how each new capability can be turned on and used in everyday workflows. The presentation is framed as a practical guide for users who want to keep their bot up‑to‑date and start leveraging the expanded feature set without guessing where the settings live.

Overview of the 11 Updates

The video groups the updates into thematic areas:

• Agent selection – setting a primary bot so Grok Bot always uses a chosen agent (e.g., Chief of Staff).
• Version requirement – the new features require Grok Bot version 6.8 or newer (the demo shows version 6.66).
• Dedicated email – assigning the bot its own email address via the Plugins → Connect to Apps menu.
• Reading X (Twitter) – enabling the bot to view public X posts without consuming the user’s API key.
• Slide‑deck creation – generating Google Slides or PowerPoint decks after connecting Google apps.
• Enhanced Gmail drafts – formatted text, a From picker, spam search, and signature inclusion (version 68.1).
• Financial linking – using Plaid to connect bank, investment, and subscription accounts for spending tracking and unused‑subscription detection.
• Marketplace rename – the former marketplace is now called “Connected Apps”; bot templates remain reachable at x.ai/bot/marketplace.
• UI and language improvements – 1920×1200 resolution, five new interface languages, and custom rule configuration in Settings.
• Usage and billing transparency – reset timers, voice/language retention, clear usage notices, and right‑click routine controls.
• Future automatic model selection – upcoming logic that will let Grok Bot pick the best model (e.g., Claude Opus 5.5, Midjourney, Suno) for each task.

Step‑by‑Step Walkthrough

Below is a concise, ordered list of the actions the presenter demonstrates for each update. Follow the exact menu paths shown in the video to avoid missing a toggle.

• Set a primary bot – Open Settings → Bot Management → Choose “Primary Bot” and select your desired agent (e.g., Chief of Staff).
• Update Grok Bot – Navigate to Settings → Updates → Check for updates and install version 6.8 or higher.
• Assign a dedicated email – Go to Plugins → Connect to Apps → Email → Add a new address, then configure forwarding rules in your email provider.
• Read X without API cost – In a chat with Grok Bot, type a command such as “Read the latest posts from @handle” and add the instruction “do not use my API key.” The bot will fetch public data via its built‑in scraper.
• Build a slide deck – Connect Google Slides (or PowerPoint) via Plugins → Connect to Apps → Google Apps. Then ask Grok Bot: “Create a slide deck about [topic] with 10 slides.” The bot will generate the deck in your linked Google Drive.
• Enhance Gmail drafts – Ensure you are on version 68.1 or later. In the Gmail integration, enable “Formatted drafts,” turn on the From picker, activate spam search, and toggle signature inclusion. Test by asking Grok Bot to draft an email and verify the formatting.
• Link finances via Plaid – Open Plugins → Connect to Apps → Plaid → Follow the OAuth flow to connect your bank, investment, and subscription accounts. Once linked, you can request summaries like “Show my monthly spending” or “Find unused subscriptions.”
• Explore the Connected Apps marketplace – Visit x.ai/bot/marketplace (the URL remains unchanged despite the rename). Browse bot templates and install any that match your workflow.
• Configure custom rules – Go to Settings → Custom Rules → Add a new rule (e.g., “If message contains ‘budget,’ respond with the latest Plaid report”). Save and test the rule in a chat.
• Monitor usage and billing – In Settings → Usage & Billing, view the reset timer for voice minutes, check language retention settings, and enable the right‑click menu for quick routine controls.
• Prepare for automatic model selection – No action is required yet; the feature will be enabled in a future release. Keep the bot updated to benefit when it rolls out.

Tools and Version Numbers Mentioned

The video references several specific tools and version identifiers:

• Grok Bot versions: 6.66 (demo), 6.8 (minimum for new features), 68.1 (Gmail draft enhancements), 0.69 (referenced in the UI section).
• Display resolution: 1920×1200.
• External services: Plaid (financial data), Google Slides, Google Docs, X (formerly Twitter).
• Marketplace URL: x.ai/bot/marketplace.
• App connector: Compazio (noted as connecting to 1,500 apps).
• Future model examples: Claude Opus 5.5, Midjourney, Suno.

Reality Check and Limitations

The presenter characterizes the updates as “massive” and hints that they could replace multiple standalone tools. However, the video does not provide independent verification, ROI figures, or concrete time‑saving metrics. Claims about cost reduction via Plaid or accelerated slide creation remain suggestive; users should test each feature in their own environment before depending on them for critical business processes. Additionally, the automatic model selection capability is still forthcoming, so current workflows must continue to specify models manually when needed.

Immediate Actions to Take

Based on the video’s guidance, the following checklist can be copied into a task manager or note‑taking app:

• [ ] Update Grok Bot to version 6.8 or later via Settings → Updates.
• [ ] Designate a primary bot (e.g., Chief of Staff) under Settings → Bot Management.
• [ ] Create a dedicated email address for the bot through Plugins → Connect to Apps → Email and set up forwarding rules.
• [ ] Instruct Grok Bot to avoid using your API key when reading X posts (e.g., “Read X without API key”).
• [ ] Connect Google Slides/Docs via Plugins → Connect to Apps → Google Apps and ask the bot to generate a slide deck.
• [ ] Link bank, investment, and subscription accounts via Plaid under Plugins → Connect to Apps → Plaid.
• [ ] Visit x.ai/bot/marketplace to explore available bot templates.
• [ ] Add custom rules in Settings → Custom Rules to automate repetitive responses.
• [ ] Test the new Gmail draft features (formatted text, From picker, spam search, signature) by requesting a draft from Grok Bot.
• [ ] Join the free Grok Bot community and register for upcoming workshops to deepen your understanding.