Google Introduces 5 Exciting Updates in Mobile Search

Google Search Shortcuts: The Google app for iOS will now feature shortcuts to various actions, expanding beyond traditional text-based searches.

Users will be able to perform actions like uploading screenshots to find products, translating text with Google Lens, and identifying songs by humming into the microphone. These shortcuts will be easily accessible and tappable, making advanced search methods more apparent.

Results in the Search Bar:

Google is introducing a fast way to find information in mobile searches by displaying links to results directly in the search bar. As you start typing a query, Google will populate relevant results, providing quick access before you even submit the search. This feature can save time and streamline the search process.

Enhanced Query Refinements:

Google aims to make search more precise and relevant by offering query refinements. While typing a query in the mobile search bar, Google will suggest ideas to help make the question more specific. This can assist users in finding the most relevant results and improving their search experience.

Combining Text, Images, & Video:

Google is redesigning mobile search results pages to present a visually appealing and comprehensive experience. Rather than toggling between different tabs for web, images, and videos, Google will integrate all these elements into an endless feed of discovery on the front page. This "reimagining" of search results will combine text, images, and videos, allowing users to explore information seamlessly.

The way content is displayed almost looks like iOS widgets.

You can tap on the story to open it in full-screen mode.

Timelines for Updates:

Google is turning mobile search results pages into an endless feed of discovery.

You’ll no longer have to toggle between the Web, Images, and Video tabs, as Google will display it all on the front page.

Google describes this combination of text, images, and video on the same page as a “reimagining” of the way it delivers search results:

Additionally, you’ll have the option to continue scrolling to explore related queries.

The example below shows the bottom of a search page where you can choose to get more results for your query by tapping “More search results.” Or you explore the query “historic sites in Oaxaca” by scrolling vertically.

These new ways to explore information in mobile search are rolling out in the next few months.