Google has stepped beyond its usual browser-based services by releasing a new desktop app for Windows. The move marks a rare shift for the company, which has traditionally kept most of its services within Chrome or mobile platforms. The new “Google app for Windows” is currently available through Google Labs as part of an experimental rollout.
A new way to search on windows
The app introduces a quick-access search tool designed to speed up how users find information. By pressing Alt + Space, a pill-shaped search bar appears on the screen. From there, users can search across local files, Google Drive, installed applications, and the wider web. The app organises results into clear categories, making it easier to distinguish between content stored on a PC, in the cloud, or online. In certain cases, users also see knowledge card-style responses, similar to what appears in Google Search on mobile devices.
Features linked to AI and Google Lens
Google has tied the app closely to its AI-powered ecosystem. It includes Google Lens integration, enabling users to highlight text or images on their screen for instant translation, copying, or look-up functions. The app also provides direct access to AI Overviews and AI Mode, reflecting its connection to the company’s broader Gemini initiative.
Source: Hindustan Times
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