Google Bard, now named Gemini, supports extensions that greatly improve its features, similar to how ChatGPT plugins enhance the AI chatbot experience. Although it doesn’t have as many third-party plugins as ChatGPT, Google Bard has smoothly integrated services like Google Flights, Hotels, Maps, YouTube, and Workspace (including Gmail, Drive, and Docs), adding extra value to your online interactions.
Despite the currently limited extensions, Google Bard leverages Google’s robust suite of services, ensuring a seamless experience. Importantly, it’s designed with privacy in mind—none of your personal data from Gmail, Docs, or Drive is used to train the model, nor is it accessible to human reviewers.
Now, let’s delve into a detailed guide on how to enable and use Google Bard extensions.
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How to Enable Extensions on Google Bard
- Open Google Bard on your computer or smartphone. Click Menu icon and select Settings.
- Under Settings, select Extensions. This will take you to the extension page where you will see all the Google owned plugin-ins that you can use to improve your Bard experience.
- To disable Extensions on Google Bard, visit this page and turn off the toggles individually.
- It’s noteworthy that your personal data remains confidential.
How to Use Extensions on Google Bard
Now that you have turned on extensions in Bard, let’s see how it works.
- To use any of the extensions, simply type “@” in the input text box to manually choose an extension of your preference.
- For example: I ask Bard to find the cheapest flights from Lagos to Abuja using the Google Flights extension.
- To search without the extension, click the dropdown arrow next to the extension and select “Try again without extensions.”
Conclusion
Extensions in Google Bard offer a versatile way to simplify daily tasks and potentially automate certain activities. Have you explored the extensions in Bard? Feel free to share your experience with us in the comments below.