Google Gemini tests tool to import chat history from ChatGPT and rival AI chatbots

Google Gemini Tests a Tool to Help You Switch From ChatGPT, Other AI Chatbots

Switching between AI chatbots is difficult if you've been building a history of conversations, preferences, and other customizations that have learned about your everyday activity. Google may be working on a way to make switching to its AI chatbot easier than starting from scratch. According to a feature spotted by TestingCatalog, Google Gemini is now developing a beta tool called Import AI chats. PCMag has been unable to replicate the feature across multiple Gemini accounts, suggesting it remains hidden for most users. The leak shows the tool appearing when you press the plus icon on Gemini's home menu, helping you attach files to a prompt. It appears at the bottom of the list with an icon of a chat bubble, and it's beneath the option to access NotebookLM through Gemini. The idea is that you'll be able to import previous conversations you've had with rival chatbots, such as ChatGPT and Claude. The option also doesn't appear to work as intended when activated in TestingCatalog's example. A pop-up page says you'll need to download your chat history from another AI platform. None of the major platforms currently offer that as an option, so it's unclear which services will support this feature, and whether Google will allow you to do the opposite to help you switch from Gemini to its rivals. The page says you can then upload your data to Gemini, but it doesn't specify which file type it accepts. The description warns that all data will be stored in your Gemini activity and used to help train the AI in the future. It's unclear how far this feature is through development and what restrictions will be in place if it makes its way to the live version. If all major chatbot services follow suit and allow this, it may make switching between them much easier and ensure a better experience with each tool. Other features for Gemini spotted in this leak include the option to download images in either a 2K or 4K resolution. There's also a new feature called Likeness, but it's unclear what it can do. It may be connected to YouTube's Likeness tool to help you identify AI-generated videos that use your identity without your permission.

Google Gemini finds a way to fix one of the biggest frustrations with switching AI apps

Rahul Naskar has years of experience writing news and features related to consumer technology and previously worked at leading tech publications. Beyond his passion for technology, he loves to stay engaged with events shaping the trajectory of geopolitics. * Gemini will let you import chats from ChatGPT and other rivals, so you don't have to start conversations from zero. * Imported chats help Gemini learn your context and resume talks, but Gemini still randomly erases chat history. * Other upcoming features include a Likeness setting and downloadable Nano Banana Pro images at 2K and 4K. It's fair to say that Google Gemini had a rocky start when it first launched, but that didn't stop the Mountain View tech giant from continuing to improve its AI chat service to compete against its rivals. Last month was no different, as Google Gemini added several new features, which were especially aimed at students and creators. In addition to these new features, there are more in the pipeline that Google is quietly working on. One of them is making it easier for users to switch to Gemini from other AI chat services. And the way the company is doing it is both smart and quite obvious, though it hasn't made anything official yet. Google may soon use a core Windows feature to bring Gemini closer to you It'll always be available, but only if you want. Posts 1 By Rahul Naskar Google is reportedly working on a new feature to make switching to Gemini easier A simple fix for a familiar Gemini problem is on the way According to famed leaker @testingcatalog, Google is currently working on a new Gemini feature to allow users to import AI chats from ChatGPT and any other rival services. If Google indeed manages to roll this out, it may significantly improve Gemini's adoption rate, because in that case, users won't have to start from zero. Those previous conversations on other AI chat services will help Gemini models learn about you from day one and give responses accordingly. It also means that Gemini will allow you to resume the conversation from an imported chat on Gemini. These imported chats will be saved in your Activity, but this is something you'll be able to delete if you change your mind. While this sounds like a valuable addition to the company's AI chat service, Gemini is notorious for randomly erasing entire chat history. The company hasn't spoken a word on this issue, and users still complain about it to date. If this issue doesn't get resolved before the rollout of the import feature, Gemini might delete your important chats, too. Before we get an official workaround from Google, it's best to use tools like Google Drive to preserve your Google Gemini chats. XDA Report: Subscribe and never miss what matters Stay ahead in the world of Windows, software, PC components, and more with XDA Subscribe By subscribing, you agree to receive newsletter and marketing emails, and accept Valnet's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe anytime. In addition to the import feature, the leaker has spotted two more Gemini features that are in the works. One is a setting called "Likeness," and the other is the ability to download Nano Banana Pro images at 2K and 4K resolutions. However, there is no concrete information on what the new "Likeness" setting does. As for when you might expect them, the leaker hasn't shared any specific details about when Google is planning to release the feature. But since these features have been leaked, it's safe to assume that the company is in the advanced stage of their development, which also means that we may not have to wait long.

Switching to Gemini from another chatbot may soon get much easier

There's no doubting that Gemini is the most important product for Google. Google is therefore continuing to drop new features in Gemini to entice users, and is now testing three new features. But in addition to adding new features for users, Google may also be looking to simply replace another chatbot with Gemini. Out of the features Google is currently testing in Gemini, the most compelling appears to be the ability to import chats from other AI chatbots while retaining all information and media shared in those chats. Alexey Shabanov of TestingCatalog has discovered a new "Import AI Chats" option in Gemini's attachment menu. As expected, this solution is geared towards helping users switch from competing platforms, such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Microsoft Copilot.

Google Gemini will soon make switching from ChatGPT much easier

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he started writing about Android for a living. He uses the latest Samsung or Pixel flagship as his daily driver. And yes, he carries an iPhone as a secondary device. Rajesh has been writing for Android Police since 2021, covering news, how-tos, and features. Based in India, he has previously written for Neowin, AndroidBeat, Times of India, iPhoneHacks, MySmartPrice, and MakeUseOf. When not working, you will find him mindlessly scrolling through X, playing with new AI models, or going on long road trips. You can reach out to him on Twitter or drop a mail at [email protected]. Even after all these years, it is difficult to migrate all your data from Android to iOS or vice versa. Unfortunately, it is the same case with AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. There's no way to easily import your existing chats and memories from one AI platform to another. But Google could soon offer a tool to solve this problem. AI chatbots are the future of how we browse, search, and interact with information. Over time, ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude build context around how we work through conversations and how we use them. That accumulated chat history and memory effectively act as an ecosystem lock-in, making it difficult to switch from one AI chatbot to another. Google is working on a new "Import AI chats" feature to tackle this problem (via TestingCatalog). As the name indicates, it will allow you to migrate your conversations from another AI platform to Gemini. For this, you will have to download your chat history and then import the file to Gemini. It does not appear that this option will allow you to migrate your saved memories across platforms. Still, if you ever plan to move away from ChatGPT, Claude, or another AI platform to Gemini, the tool will ensure that you can carry over your conversational history. There's no clear timeline for when Google will roll out the AI chat import tool to Gemini. But given that it appeared in Gemini's attachments menu with a beta label, the official rollout should not be far away. Nano Banana Pro to get a resolution upgrade Google is also working on an improvement for Nano Banana Pro in Gemini that adds an option to download images in 2K or 4K resolution. The feature will offer two choices: Recommended size, which is best for sharing, and Maximum size, which is ideal for printing. Subscribe for deeper coverage of AI chat migrations Want an edge on AI tools? Subscribe to the newsletter for informed coverage and clear analysis of developments like chat migration tools and Gemini image/authenticity features, plus broader AI trends. Subscribe By subscribing, you agree to receive newsletter and marketing emails, and accept Valnet's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe anytime. By default, the Gemini app generates images in 2K resolution using Nano Banana Pro, so the 4K option would be a nice upgrade, especially for professional work. Additionally, Google appears to be developing a "Likeness" tool for Gemini, which could help you verify the authenticity of AI-generated video content. This tool still seems to be in early stages of development, with its public release probably a few months away.

Gemini's new ChatGPT import lets you keep context when you switch

Gemini is testing a beta way to import your ChatGPT chat history, so you can switch assistants without losing context. A beta feature in Gemini is designed to let you move your ChatGPT chat history over, so you can keep working with the same context instead of starting from scratch. For anyone who has months of prompts, fixes, and decisions tied up in old threads, the Gemini ChatGPT import aims to make switching less of a reset. Google describes the option as "import AI chats". The flow is simple in theory, you export your conversations from another AI platform, upload that file, then continue those chats inside Gemini with the old context attached. Recommended Videos There's a tradeoff built in. Imported chats and anything you say afterward are stored in your Gemini activity, and that content can be used to improve Google's models. The material also doesn't confirm key basics yet, like which file formats are supported or how widely the beta is rolling out. A file upload, not a wizard The most telling detail is where the tool shows up. Google's test puts the importer inside Gemini's attachment menu, which suggests a straightforward upload instead of a separate migration dashboard. It also signals who the feature is for. This is aimed at people actively moving over from another assistant and trying not to lose the trail of context that makes daily use faster, especially when you rely on past threads for ongoing projects. Your history becomes new data Convenience comes with real data implications. Once you upload an archive, those older messages sit inside your Gemini activity, and Google notes the content can be used to improve its models. Before you transfer anything, skim the export and cut it down. Remove sensitive pastes, personal identifiers, and anything you only shared because it was stuck in a private chat on another platform. Keep what you actually need to reference later. What to check before switching Timing is still the missing piece. The material points to testing, but it doesn't lock down a release date, regions, or whether the rollout hits mobile or web first. If you want to be ready, export your chat history now, trim it, then review the Gemini activity controls on your account before you upload. When the option appears in your attachment menu, you'll be able to carry over the context you want without importing more than you intended.

Google Gemini tests "Import AI chats" to lure ChatGPT users

Google is developing an Import AI chats feature for its Gemini platform to allow users to transfer conversational history from other AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Claude. The process involves downloading chat history files from the source platform and importing them into Gemini. Migrating data between AI chatbots remains challenging, similar to transferring information from Android devices to iOS or the reverse. No straightforward method exists to import existing chats and memories from one AI platform to another. This limitation persists despite the growing reliance on these tools for browsing, searching, and interacting with information. AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude accumulate context through ongoing conversations and user interactions. This buildup of chat history and memory creates an ecosystem lock-in effect. Users face barriers when attempting to switch platforms because their established conversational threads and contextual knowledge remain tied to the original service. The new Import AI chats feature addresses this issue, as reported by TestingCatalog. Located in Gemini's attachments menu, the option carries a beta label. It enables the migration of conversations specifically, permitting users to bring over their interaction records from competing AI platforms. To use the feature, individuals first download their complete chat history from the originating platform, such as ChatGPT or Claude. This file contains the full record of past exchanges. Users then select the import option within Gemini and upload the downloaded file, integrating the external conversations into their Gemini account seamlessly. The tool focuses solely on conversational history and does not support the transfer of saved memories across platforms. Memories represent distinct stored elements separate from chat logs, so they remain inaccessible through this method. Even with this constraint, the feature facilitates continuity for users planning to transition away from other AI services to Gemini. No specific rollout timeline has been provided by Google. The presence of the beta label in the attachments menu indicates active development and suggests an upcoming public release. Separately, Google is enhancing the Nano Banana Pro capability within Gemini. This update introduces options to download generated images in higher resolutions of 2K or 4K. Previously, image downloads may have been limited in quality, but the improvement expands user choices for output formats. The image download menu provides two specific size selections. The Recommended size suits sharing purposes, balancing quality and file dimensions for easy distribution across social media or messaging apps. The Maximum size caters to printing needs, delivering the highest resolution for detailed reproductions on paper or other media.

Google Might Be Making It Hassle-Free to Switch From ChatGPT to Gemini

Import AI chats is said to be available in the attachments menu Google is reportedly testing a new feature for Gemini, which is aimed at making it easier for users of other chatbots to switch to Google's artificial intelligence (AI) platform. As per the report, the Mountain View-based tech giant is working on an "Import AI chats" feature that lets users bring the entire chat history on a different platform, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, to Gemini. With this, users will not have to worry about losing their ongoing projects or teaching Gemini their preferences when making the switch. Gemini Could Get an Import AI Chats Feature Ecosystem lock-ins are not new, and for the end user, it is always frustrating. Whether it is between Android and iOS, Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, or PlayStation vs Xbox, importing data from one platform to the other is a hassle. With the rise of AI chatbots, a similar problem is anticipated. These platforms not only draw context from past conversations, but the memory is also created using it, so long-term users experience a level of personalisation that is just not possible when using a chatbot for the first time. The result is an ecosystem lock-in. Now, according to a TestingCatalog report, Google is trying to ensure that this does not become a problem for it to acquire new users by developing an "Import AI chats" feature. It was spotted within the web client as a beta feature, meaning it is currently not available to users. However, this also indicates that the feature is nearly complete and can soon be released to the public. As per the report, the feature is available within the attachments icon located at the bottom of the text box on the website. Tapping on the option opens a pop-up box that shares instructions on how users can import their chats from ChatGPT, Claude, or Grok to Gemini. The process is fairly simple, as users just need to download the chat history and then upload the file within the tool. Some of its capabilities are still uncertain. For instance, once the chat history is imported, will Gemini be able to integrate all the preferences and context automatically, or will it experience glitches if some of it contradicts the preferences shared with Gemini previously? Similarly, how memory will work is also unclear. We recommend taking this information with a pinch of salt until Google officially announces the feature.

Google Gemini is making chat history portable: Why it matters for you

Switching between AI chatbots has always felt a bit like moving to a new city where nobody knows your name. You spend months training ChatGPT to understand your writing style or teaching Claude the specific nuances of your workflow, only to find that moving to a rival platform means starting from zero. Google is looking to change that. A new feature spotted in beta testing, tentatively called "Import AI chats," suggests that Google is building a bridge for your digital memory. By allowing users to upload conversation histories from competitors, Google is tackling the biggest psychological and practical barrier in the AI market: Chatbot Lock-in. Also read: Sam Altman feels useless thanks to ChatGPT Codex, and he's sad about it The true value of an AI assistant isn't just in its model architecture; it's in the context it holds about you. Up until now, that context was trapped. If you've spent a year using an AI for research, coding, or personal advice, that history becomes a proprietary "moat" that keeps you from leaving. By making chat history portable, Google is shifting the power dynamic back to the user. You can pick up a complex project in Gemini exactly where you left off in another tool. Gemini can "read" your past interactions to understand your preferences, tone, and specific needs without you having to re-explain them. The "cost" of trying a new AI is no longer a week of frustrating, repetitive setup. This isn't just a convenience feature; it is a calculated move to dismantle the dominance of OpenAI and Anthropic. For millions of users, ChatGPT is the "default" not necessarily because it's always better, but because it's where their data lives. Google's strategy is clear: Eliminate the friction of the "breakup." By offering a direct import tool, Google is effectively telling ChatGPT Plus and Claude Pro subscribers that their loyalty doesn't have to be a prison. If you can bring your "digital soul" with you, the decision to switch becomes purely about which model performs better today, rather than who has more of your past. Also read: MoltMatch is a dating platform for AI agents, no we are not kidding For power users who have built extensive "Custom Instructions" or long-running project threads in Claude, this tool turns Gemini into a low-risk alternative. Google is betting that if it can lower the switching cost, its deep integration with Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Drive) will do the rest of the work to keep users there once they've migrated. The leak also revealed that Google is beefing up Gemini's creative and security tools to sweeten the deal. Gemini is testing 2K and 4K image downloads for its "Nano Banana" image generator, a move aimed at creators who need professional-grade, print-ready assets that rival Midjourney. A new setting called "Likeness" (possibly linked to Video Verification) hints at a future where Gemini helps you manage and protect your digital identity - perhaps ensuring AI-generated content doesn't misuse your face or voice. It's important to note the fine print. According to the beta leak, imported chats will be stored in your Gemini Activity and more importantly used to train Google's future models. While you gain portability, you are also feeding Google a goldmine of data on how its competitors interact with users. As we move toward a world of "Agentic AI," where assistants do more than just talk, our history is the most valuable asset we own. Google's move to make that history portable is a massive step toward a more open AI ecosystem, but it also ensures that in the race for your data, Google is ready to inherit everything you've ever taught its rivals.