Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Benefits of Extended Thinking
This mode doesn't just provide 'blue links' (standard web links); it acts as a personal assistant that summarizes specifications, price comparisons, and pros/cons all in a single view.
Real-time Data Accuracy
Unlike standard AI chatbots, Google Search AI utilizes real-time search data (2025 in this tutorial), making it significantly more accurate for price comparisons and current stock availability.
Prompts
In-depth Product Research Prompt
Target:
Google Search AI Mode
best budget laptops for students in 2025
Step by Step
How to Enable & Use Google Search Extended Thinking
- Open your web browser and go to the Google Search homepage.
- Ensure you are logged into your Google account to access the latest AI features.
- Look for the 'AI mode' or 'Experiments' (Search Labs) icon at the top right or left of the page (depending on the current layout).
- Enable the 'Extended Thinking' or 'AI Overviews' option to allow Gemini 3.0 Pro to process more in-depth information.
- Type a specific product search along with context (e.g., budget, year, user criteria) into the search bar.
- Press 'Enter' and wait for the AI to process data from various sources.
- Check the 'Recommended Picks' section to view the list of curated products.
- Review the 'Key Considerations' section to understand important factors before making a purchase.
- Click on 'Source Callouts' if you need to verify information or specifications directly from the source websites.
