Google Enhances Gemini on Android with Direct File Sharing for AI Analysis

You Can Now Share Files Directly With Gemini for Quick Analysis

The feature requires having a Gemini Advanced subscription Google has rolled out a new functionality for Gemini -- its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant on Android smartphones, according to a report. It lets users share a document with the AI assistant using the Android share sheet, negating the need for opening Gemini and then manually uploading a file for analysis. This development comes after the Gemini app for Android was upgraded with a saved info feature which enables it to remember specific information about a user's interests and preferences. In a report, Android Authority highlighted that this functionality has been introduced with the Gemini app for Android version 1.0.686588308. Following its rollout, users can now quickly attach files via the Android share sheet from any app by tapping the share icon and then selecting Gemini from the list of options. With this feature, users will not have to manually search for a file through the file picker in the Gemini app, and will be able to quickly carry out analysis by directly uploading it, the report speculates. Additionally, the report adds that users can select up to 10 files simultaneously for analysis. However, this capability has several limitations when it comes to file extensions. As per the report, it can accept plain files in the TXT format, document files in DOC, DOCX, PDF, RTF, DOT, DOTX, HWP, and HWPX formats, and code files with C, CPP, PY, JAVA, PHP, SQL, and HTML extensions. Further, it also supports CSV and TSV tabular data files, XLS and XLSX files created as spreadsheets, and all documents created in Google Docs and Sheets. Gemini Advanced Plan Requirement for Using the Feature While Gadgets 360 staff members were able to verify the presence of this feature in Gemini for Android, using it requires having a Gemini Advanced plan which is priced at Rs. 1,950 per month in India.

You can now share your files straight to Google Gemini

Key Takeaways Google Gemini now allows file sharing from different apps. Previously, users could only upload files directly within the Gemini app. Standard file formats, like .TXT and .DOCX, can be analyzed by Gemini. ✕ Remove Ads When Google Gemini was first announced at the end of 2023, it came with a lot of promises. Unfortunately, our hopes were not met when it was released to the masses, and it didn't come with tons of features that Google Assistant already had. However, time has been kind to Gemini, and the hard work of Google's employees has made it a decent alternative to Assistant as the year winds down. The main selling point for Gemini is, of course, its artificial intelligence features, and there are a ton of ways you can utilize it for maximum productivity. Now, on Android, it's even easier to manage your workflows through Gemini when using different apps. Related ARTICLE: 13 simple Google Gemini tips and tricks for maximum productivity Summarize, simplify, streamline, and more 1 ✕ Remove Ads According to Android Authority, on the latest build of Gemini (v1.0.686588308 as of this article's publishing) for Android, Google has added the ability to upload files to Gemini directly through the share sheet on different apps. Before this update, users who wanted to analyze different documents and share files with Gemini would have to directly add the files within the Gemini app. This is a welcome change; the former cumbersome method of attaching files was annoying and somewhat inconvenient. As long as the app that you're trying to share from is working with some of the most common formats, such as .TXT, .DOCX, .HTML, .XLS, and more, you'll benefit from the update. Other recent Gemini enhancements ✕ Remove Ads Gemini has no doubt become one of the main focuses of Google's workforce, and we think that it might be better than ChatGPT for some people now. Not only can Gemini offer multiple different responses for every query (something ChatGPT doesn't do), but its integration with the entire range of Google's products and apps makes it a no-brainer for someone who heavily relies on Google Workspace. It touches every corner of the Android and Google app suite, too; for example, Google Keep is reportedly working on a "Help me draw" feature in Workspace Labs that will bring doodles and sketches to life with Gemini. In recent days, Google made somewhat of a questionable -- but understandable -- decision to bring a standalone Gemini app directly to iOS. Previously, to access anything Gemini related, users had to use the Google app on iPhones and iPads. Of course, gaining more of a foothold on the millions upon millions of iOS users is a good thing, but owners of Google smartwatches and speakers might feel a bit miffed that they still can't access Gemini on their Google-made devices. ✕ Remove Ads

Gemini is making it easier to analyze files on your Android phone

You can now also upload up to ten files simultaneously for analysis. The Gemini vs Google Assistant debate on Android will continue for a while, but it's clear that Google is marching forward with its vision for Gemini as a utilitarian AI assistant. One of the better use cases for AI is the ability to analyze long files and give you summaries and other information. You can already use the Gemini for Android app to analyze files with AI, but Google is making it more convenient to do so by now letting you use the Android share sheet.