Access AI tools like Canvas and image creation without leaving the browser
Powerful AI tools including Canvas and image generation are accessible directly from the plus menu in Chrome, eliminating the need to switch to separate applications or tabs.
AI Mode in Chrome
AI Mode in Chrome
Browse and search side-by-side, without switching tabs
Overview
What it is
AI Mode in Chrome opens websites alongside your search so you can ask follow-up questions in context. Add open tabs, images, or PDFs as inputs. For everyday Chrome users on desktop.
Intent
I need it when
Synthesize information from multiple open tabs and files into a single AI-powered search
Users can add recent Chrome tabs, images, and files (PDFs) to AI Mode searches via the plus menu, allowing AI to provide tailored responses using that context. Example: researching hiking trails by combining multiple open sites, or studying statistics by mixing class notes, lecture slides, and academic papers.
Reduce tab-switching friction while researching and comparing products online
AI Mode opens webpages side-by-side with search results, allowing users to ask follow-up questions about specific products without losing context or switching tabs. Example: shopping for a coffee maker, opening retailer sites alongside AI Mode to ask detailed questions like 'How easy is this to clean?'
Explore related topics and websites while maintaining research continuity
AI Mode in Chrome enables seamless exploration of related pages (e.g., McLaren Racing official site) without breaking workflow. Users can ask real-time follow-up questions as they navigate, creating a fluid discovery process across multiple web pages.
Drop
Not a fit when
- User requires offline web browsing without internet connectivity
- User needs to avoid AI-generated content and prefers traditional search results only
- User operates on non-Chrome browsers exclusively (Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- User requires guaranteed data privacy and cannot accept Google's data collection practices
- User needs specialized search for academic databases or paywalled content not indexed by web crawlers
Commercials
Pricing
Free, integrated into Chrome browser