- Web pages now open side-by-side with AI Mode
- Users can search across multiple open tabs, files, and images
- More interactive, context-aware search experience
Google has announced a major update to its AI-powered search experience, introducing new capabilities within Google Chrome that aim to transform how users explore the web.
The new feature allows users to open web pages alongside AI Mode, eliminating the need to switch between tabs and enabling a more seamless and focused browsing experience.
A More Integrated Search Experience
With this update, users can:
- Browse a website
- Ask follow-up questions in AI Mode
- Receive answers based on both the page content and broader web context
For instance, when searching for a coffee maker, users can explore options, open a retailer’s page, and ask specific questions like “How easy is this to clean?”—all without leaving the interface.
Search Across Open Tabs
Google also introduced a new feature that allows users to include open tabs in their searches.
Through the “+” menu in the New Tab page or AI Mode, users can:
- Add multiple open tabs
- Include images or files
- Combine all context into a single query
This is especially useful for:
- Comparing products or services
- Researching academic topics
- Analyzing multiple sources simultaneously
Improved Focus and Productivity
According to Google, early testers reported:
- Less need to switch between tabs
- Better focus while browsing
- A more interactive and efficient search experience
Availability and Expansion
The new AI Mode features are currently available in the United States, with plans to expand to additional regions in the near future.













