Google has begun rolling out a new auto-browse feature in its Chrome browser that uses the company’s Gemini AI model to perform online tasks automatically. The tool is currently available to Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra subscribers in the United States. It handles complex activities such as travel research, form-filling and shopping without any direct user input.

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Google’s Auto Browse: What It Does

The new auto-browse feature of Chrome embeds Gemini AI directly into the browser, enabling it to navigate websites and complete tasks for users. Instead of traditional search responses, Chrome will now open pages, navigate through sites, filter results, and take actions such as comparing travel options, scheduling appointments, or managing subscriptions on behalf of the user.

The feature operates from a side panel in Chrome and works with data from connected Google services, including Gmail, Calendar, Maps, Google Flights and Shopping. It has a feature that interprets images to find similar products online and applies discount codes while shopping. The ‘auto-browse’ needs permission for sensitive actions.

For example, as a user, you must approve purchases or logins, although Chrome’s password manager may autofill credentials with consent.

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Availability and Context

The feature is rolling out in preview for paid users in the USA. Wider global availability is not yet confirmed. It builds on Chrome’s existing AI capabilities, which previously offered summarisation and insights but did not act autonomously on web pages.

Google’s move places Chrome in more direct competition with other AI-enabled browsing tools that integrate large language models to assist with web navigation and actions.