How to Chat faster with AI Chatbots from Chrome's Address Bar?

Chat Faster with AI Chatbots from Chrome's Address Bar

AI chatbots like Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot, and Perplexity have become essential productivity tools. Google Chrome now makes it possible to chat with these bots directly from the address bar, saving you time and streamlining your workflow. Here’s how you can set up and use this feature for various chatbots.

Why Use AI Chatbots from Chrome’s Address Bar?

• Instantly access your favorite chatbot without opening new tabs or navigating to websites.

• Save time on repetitive tasks and research.

• Keep your workflow seamless and distraction-free

How to Use Google Gemini from Chrome’s Address Bar

Google Chrome has native integration for Gemini, allowing you to chat directly from the address bar:

1. Open Chrome and Sign In: Make sure you’re logged into your Google account in Chrome.

2. Type “@” in the Address Bar: In any tab, type @ and select “Chat with Gemini” from the dropdown.

   
   

   

   
   

3. Enter Your Prompt: Type your question or prompt right after selecting Gemini.

4. Get Instant Responses: Chrome redirects you to the Gemini website with your prompt pre-filled, and Gemini responds instantly.

   
   

Note: This feature is available on Chrome version 124.0.6367.119 and above for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It is not available on Chrome mobile or other browsers

How to Chat with Other AI Chatbots (ChatGPT, Copilot, Perplexity, Claude, etc.)

While Gemini has built-in support, you can set up custom shortcuts for other AI chatbots using Chrome’s search engine shortcuts:

Steps to Create AI Chatbot Shortcuts

1. Go to Chrome Settings: Type chrome://settings/searchEngines in the address bar and press Enter.

2. Add a New Search Engine:

   • Click the “Add” button.

   • Name: Enter a name (e.g., “ChatGPT”).

   • Keyword: Set a shortcut (e.g., @gpt).

   • URL with %s: Enter the chatbot’s query URL with %s as the placeholder for your prompt.

   • Example URLs:

     • Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search?q=%s

     • ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/?q=%s (may require login and may not support direct prompt pre-fill)

     • Claude: https://claude.ai/chat?q=%s

     • Copilot: https://copilot.microsoft.com/?q=%s

3. Save the Shortcut.

How to Use Your Custom Shortcut

• In the address bar, type your shortcut (e.g., @gpt), press Space or Tab, then type your prompt (e.g., How does AI work?).

• Chrome will open the chatbot site with your prompt ready to go4.

Tips and Limitations

• Gemini: Only works in Chrome desktop, and you must be signed in with your Google account23.

• Other Chatbots: The prompt may not always be pre-filled due to website restrictions; some chatbots require you to log in before chatting.

• Extensions: For advanced features (like Copilot’s sidebar), consider installing official browser extensions5.

• Privacy: Be aware that using these shortcuts may redirect your query to third-party websites.

Conclusion

Chatting with AI chatbots from Chrome’s address bar is a powerful productivity hack. With Gemini’s native integration and custom shortcuts for other bots, you can streamline your workflow and get instant answers without breaking your browsing rhythm423. Set up your favorite chatbots today and experience a faster, smarter way to browse!