Announcing 5 changes to mobile search, Google

Google announced it has rolled out five major changes to how people search on mobile. From now, on the Google app for iOS, you'll see shortcuts to various actions you can perform other unlike typing in typical for searching any query.

Google Search Shortcuts

There are many ways to search Google beyond typing in a text query. You can find products by uploading screenshots, translating text with Google Lens, or even finding songs by humming into the microphone.

Now, on the Google app for iOS, all the advanced methods of searching Google will be more apparent with tappable shortcuts

Results In The Search Bar

Google is making finding things in mobile search even faster by displaying links to results in the search bar. When you start typing, Google will begin populating results before you submit the query

Enhanced Query Refinements

Google is making it easier to find the most relevant results by displaying an assortment of query refinements.

Google Web Stories

Google is making mobile search more visual with deeper integration of Google Web Stories

“So we’re also making it easier to explore a subject by highlighting the most relevant and helpful information, including content from creators on the open web. For topics like cities, you may see visual stories and short videos from people who have visited, tips on how to explore the city, things to do, how to get there and other important aspects you might want to know about as you plan your travels,” stated Google.

Combining Text, Images, & Video

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.