Your conversation with Gemini can start with a simple Chrome shortcut

Google may make it easier than ever to access its AI chatbot, Gemini, directly in the Chrome web browser. First spotted by Windows Report, the new Chat with Gemini shortcut may soon appear in the Chrome address bar, providing an affordable way to start a conversation with Gemini without visiting the Gemini website.

This potential feature is currently being tested in Chrome Canary, Google's channel for enthusiasts and developers to test upcoming updates. Although not yet active, Canary users may notice a suggestion at the bottom of the address bar menu that reads 'Type @gemini to Chat with Gemini ' .

We'll probably have to wait a little longer for this Gemini integration to be included in Chrome's public release. However, if you want to try it out, you can install Chrome Canary, navigate to 'chrome://flags' , locate and activate the starter pack 'Expansion pack page for the site' and restart the browser. Remember that Chrome Flags are experimental and do not guarantee perfect functionality.

With Microsoft actively promoting its Copilot AI in the Edge browser, Google is clearly trying to keep up with the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Lesley Montoya

Update 17 April 2024