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Google is experimenting with a new feature that allows users to highlight specific portions of search responses to ask follow-up questions about those highlighted segments. This feature appears to build upon previous tests involving AI overviews, but it now functions within AI Mode.
The discovery was made by Sachin Patel, who shared a video demonstrating the feature along with a screenshot. Although it couldn’t be replicated at the moment, provided are visual assets showing the functionality: one image displays the process of selecting text within the AI response, and another shows an animated gif of the selection in action.
The concept hinges on user comprehension—that searchers need to understand when and why to use this highlighting feature. There is speculation that the implementation may not be permanent or widely adopted in the long run.
Additional visuals and a tweet from the tester offer further insight into how the feature might work, including a visual guide detailing the process. Discussions about this development are ongoing on social media platforms, reflecting active interest and speculation within the community.
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