Google Testing Answers in Chrome for Android Auto-Complete Suggestions

Advertisement
By Hitesh Arora | Updated: 16 September 2014 11:10 IST

Google is testing a new feature in Chrome for Android app that gives instant search results for a simple search query directly from the address bar, eliminating the need to press enter.

As discovered by OMG Chrome, the experimental feature by Google seems like the logical next step to auto-suggest. It displays instant answers to a simple search query typed directly into the Chrome omnibar on Android devices.

For example - if a user will type 'weather' followed by the city, "Weather Delhi", Chrome for Android will give the current temperature (see above) along with auto-complete suggestions without pressing enter. Notably, it cuts down on the amount of time it takes in a usual search from Google.

Advertisement

Since the feature seems to be in testing, it is not available in Chrome by default. Google Chrome for Android users can enable this feature by following steps.

  1. Type 'chrome://flags' in a new tab's address bar
  2. Find the 'Answers in Suggest' flag
  3. Tap on the drop down box
  4. Set it to 'Enabled' and relaunch the browser

Google notes a 'Warning' for all these experimental features as it may change, break or disappear at any time, and users should enable them at their own risk.

At present, it is unknown when the feature will be available to Chrome for Android users or if at all will make the cut for general release.

Advertisement

(Also see: Google Unveils First Set of Android Apps for Chrome OS)

Last week, Google updated its Chrome OS with the ability to cast movies directly from the Google Drive with the help of the updated Video Player app, part of a 'Dev Update'.

 

Catch the latest from the Consumer Electronics Show on Gadgets 360, at our CES 2026 hub.

Further reading: Google Chrome, Android, Apps, Chrome, Google
Advertisement

Related Stories

Popular Mobile Brands
  1. Arc Raiders Will Get Multiple New Maps This Year, Says Embark
  2. iQOO 15 Ultra Teaser Hints at Launch Date, Active Cooling Support
  3. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Colourways Spotted in Leaked SIM Tray Images
  4. Here's How Much the Realme P4 Power Could Cost in India
  5. Oakley Meta HSTN Smart Glasses Review
  6. Viruses and Bacteria Evolve Differently in Space, ISS Study Finds
  7. Sarvam Maya OTT Release: Know Everything About This Malayalam Fantasy Drama Film
  8. Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Best Deals on Printers Under Rs. 10,000
  9. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 May Sport a Smaller Crease Using This Technology
  1. Global RAM Shortage Is Reportedly Causing GPU, Storage Drive Prices to Skyrocket
  2. Viruses and Bacteria Evolve Differently in Space, ISS Study Finds
  3. Rockstar Games Said to Have Granted a Terminally Ill Fan's Wish to Play GTA 6
  4. Oppo K15 Turbo Series Tipped to Feature Built-in Cooling Fans; Oppo K15 Pro Model Said to Get MediaTek Chipset
  5. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Said to Feature Dual Ultra-Thin Glass OLED Panel to Reduce Crease Visibility
  6. Honor Magic 8 Pro Air Launched Alongside Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design: Price, Specifications
  7. Realme Neo 8 Key Specifications Including 8,000mAh Battery, Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor Confirmed
  8. Astronomers Find Massive Iron-Rich Feature Lurking Under the Ring Nebula
  9. Asus Reportedly Halts Smartphone Launches ‘Temporarily’ to Focus on AI Robots, Smart Glasses
  10. JioHotstar Announces Monthly Subscription Plans Across Mobile, Super, and Premium Tiers
Gadgets 360 is available in
Download Our Apps
Available in Hindi
© Copyright Red Pixels Ventures Limited 2026. All rights reserved.