Discover how to transform Google's web-based Gemini into a Windows app and seamlessly integrate it into your daily workflow. Follow these simple steps using Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to create an app that functions like any native Windows application.
Creating the Gemini Windows App
Using Microsoft Edge
- Open Edge: Launch Microsoft Edge and navigate to the Google Gemini website. Ensure you're logged into your Google account.
- Install as App: Click the three dots in the top-right corner, and choose Apps > Install This Site as an App. This converts the site into a Windows app.
- Customize: In the "Install This Site as an App" box, you can rename the app and customize its icon by clicking "Edit" and selecting an ICO or PNG file.
- Complete Installation: Click "Install" to finish creating your app.
Using Google Chrome
- Open Chrome: Launch Google Chrome and go to the Google Gemini site. Log in to your Google account if needed.
- Install Page as App: Click the three dots, choose Save and Share > Install Page as App.
- Name and Install: In the "Install This Page as an App" box, edit the app name if desired, then click "Install."
Launching the Gemini App
To open the Gemini app, press the Windows key, search for "Gemini," and select it from the search results. For quick access, right-click the app and choose "Pin to Taskbar" or "Pin to Start."
Uninstalling the Gemini App
To remove the app:
- Windows 11: Go to Settings (Windows+i), select Apps > Installed Apps, find Gemini, click the three dots, and choose "Uninstall."
- Windows 10: Open Settings, choose Apps, find Gemini, and select "Uninstall."
- Chrome Method: Use Control Panel, select "Uninstall a Program," choose Gemini, and click "Uninstall."
With Gemini now easily accessible from your Start menu, explore its capabilities and see how it can enhance your productivity—perhaps by assisting with email writing or other tasks!
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