Did you know that the ever reliable Google Chrome browser has hidden secret powers? I mean, sure, you can type “5 x 5 =” on the search bar and it will display “25” on the search result. But aside from having a built-in calculator and currency converter, Chrome can do lots of other things (aside from taking you to the right website, of course).
The Big G posted their own Google Chrome search bar tips and tricks which you can type or say after clicking on the microphone button. We looked for the best ones and compiled them in a list along with some that we have using for some time already. If you know other cool Google Chrome search bar tricks, write them does down in the comments section below.
Find out the title of the song you just heard
If you heard a really nice song but can only make out a few lines of the lyrics, you can type the words that you recognized on the Google Chrome search bar and replace those that you can’t make out with an asterisk (*). Google will then complete the search for you and suggest the title of the song.
Set reminders, alarms and show calendar events
This is one of my favorites since it helps get things done. You can quickly set a timer using Google Chrome on your desktop by typing or uttering the words “set timer for (put number here) minutes.” If you signed in using your Google account, you can also type “show me my flights” or “where’s my package” if you have a flight confirmation or package order email in your Gmail inbox. Doing those will display the relevant information in the search results, no need to open a separate tab for Gmail.
Search within a range
Putting two periods “..” between two numbers in your search keywords will make Google look for results within that range. For example, typing “Android new 2011..2013” will only display articles posted from 2011 to 2013.” Similarly, typing “smartphones $200..$300” will only show models within the indicated price range.
Compare calorie counts
If you’re watching your weight, then you will find this trick very useful. Just type the word “compare” followed by the two foods that you’d like to find information about. For example, you can type “compare banana and apple” and Google will display the nutrition information about the two food items including calorie content and many other facts.
Define words quickly
Typing the url of a dictionary website (or even firing up an app) may take a short while. But Google Chrome can quickly define any word by typing “define:” on the search bar followed by the word you’re trying to find the meaning for.
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