Connect more of your apps to Search
Google Blog 2026-07-16 16:00:00
Context: Google has introduced a new feature allowing users to securely link and interact with their favorite apps directly in AI Mode within Search. This integration enables users to perform tasks such as building lists, designing projects, or curating playlists without leaving their search results. The feature is starting to roll out in the U.S. this week.
Key Facts
- Users can now connect apps like Instacart, Canva, or YouTube Music to AI Mode in Search to get more done, such as adding groceries to their cart or saving music playlists without leaving the search page.
- The integration allows users to link services and perform tasks like adding ingredients to an Instacart shopping cart and checking out with just a few taps on their app or website.
- With connected apps, Search can provide more tailored responses using Personal Intelligence.
- Users can ask Canva to show template options for design projects, such as creating a flyer, directly within AI Mode in Search.
- The new connected apps feature is starting to roll out in the U.S. this week, with Google working with a range of partners to launch with more apps soon.