Changes to Google’s long-unchanged homepage

A notable interface experiment is underway on Google’s search homepage, which has remained virtually unchanged for years. In the new design being tested, the plan is to remove the classic “Google Search” button located under the search box and reorganize this area with AI-focused shortcuts.

The change in question was noticed by some users. Robby Stein, Vice President of Product Management for Google Search, also confirmed in a post on X that the new interface is being tested on a limited group of users.

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According to the information provided, the new interface is being shown specifically to some users who are signed out of their accounts. In place of the “Google Search” button, options such as “Create image,” “Ask about files,” and “Brainstorm” are being added. The “I'm Feeling Lucky” button, which Google has kept on the homepage for many years, remains in the new layout.

The change does not mean that classic Google search is being removed entirely. Users can still access traditional search results by typing their queries into the search bar and pressing the Enter key on their keyboard. According to Stein’s statement, the test does not affect the main search functionality.

However, the removal of the button means that the written prompt directly pointing to web search is disappearing from the homepage. The new layout reflects Google’s trend of placing its AI tools more visibly at the center of the search experience.

News Source: 12punto