40 Helpful AI Tips from 2025

The year 2025 marked significant AI milestones at Google, introducing various Gemini models, enhanced Search functionalities, innovative photo and video creation tools, and advanced research and learning applications. Alongside these developments, numerous tips were provided to help users effectively utilize these products and features. Below are 40 of the most helpful AI tips from 2025:

Dive deeper into what interests you.

1. Break down technical or scientific topics using visualizations. Gemini 3, Google’s advanced AI model, is accessible through the Gemini app, AI Mode in Search, and AI Studio. It excels at simplifying complex subjects by processing diverse inputs—text, video, code—and offering personalized learning experiences, such as interactive guides for intricate research papers.
2. Access interactive simulations and more within Search using Gemini 3. When researching topics like mortgage loans, Gemini 3 in AI Mode can generate a custom interactive loan calculator. This feature creates unique generative user interfaces directly within the search response, allowing users to compare options and identify potential long-term savings. This functionality is powered by Gemini 3’s advanced multimodal understanding and robust agentic coding abilities.
3. Select a research style in NotebookLM. Users have two primary options within NotebookLM: “Fast Research” provides rapid information scanning for quick source review and import, while “Deep Research” conducts a thorough analysis to identify high-quality sources, operating in the background to allow continuous work.

1. Receive homework assistance through Guided Learning. The Guided Learning feature within the Gemini app acts as an interactive study companion, fostering a deeper understanding of various subjects. It can create study guides from uploaded materials, assist with code debugging, or clarify concepts like lunar gravity using videos and images. It supports users in completing homework, rather than doing it for them.
2. Test knowledge effectively. NotebookLM can generate flashcards and quizzes from user-provided sources, aiding in the mastery of any subject.
3. Grasp complex topics while browsing. The Simplify feature in the Google app for iOS leverages AI to simplify dense web text, allowing users to understand information without leaving the page. To activate it, select complex text on a webpage within the Google app, tap the “Simplify” icon, and a clearer version of the text will appear.

Explore the world easily.

1. Receive assistance from Gemini while driving. Users can address multi-step questions and tasks, such as inquiring about “a budget-friendly restaurant with vegan options along my route, something within a couple miles?” and “What’s parking like there?” followed by navigation commands. It can also handle requests like “add a calendar event for soccer practice tomorrow for 5 p.m.” or provide specific information like “What dishes are popular there?” or even news updates, all hands-free.
2. Discover excellent deals for upcoming vacations. Rather than manually adjusting dates, destinations, and filters, users can utilize Flight Deals by describing travel preferences conversationally. For example, a search like “I want to take a week off in February. Looking for a deal, I want to fly nonstop to a city with great food and warm weather” will yield optimal bargains matching the criteria, potentially including new destinations.
3. Construct travel plans using Canvas in AI Mode. Canvas, a feature within AI Mode, provides a platform for organizing plans and projects. It can now be used to create personalized travel itineraries. Users access AI Mode in Search, describe their trip type and desired recommendations, then select “Create Canvas.” Enrollment in the AI Mode Labs experiment is required for these advanced features.
4. Save location screenshots to Google Maps lists. For users who struggle to manage screenshots from travel blogs, articles, or social media posts during trip planning, a Google Maps feature utilizes Gemini capabilities to identify and save place names from screenshots into a list, simplifying the planning process.
5. Obtain instant information using AI Mode in Circle to Search. Users can investigate complex topics and refine initial searches with follow-up questions without switching applications. By long-pressing the home button or navigation bar, then circling, tapping, or gesturing on a desired item, an AI Overview will appear if an AI response is deemed most helpful. Subsequent questions can be posed in AI Mode via the bottom search bar to explore relevant web content.

Tap into your creative side.

1. Edit images in Google Photos using natural language. Users can describe desired edits, such as “erase the fence” or “restore this old photo.” Personalized adjustments like removing sunglasses and hats or correcting smiles are also possible.

1. Unleash creativity with AI in Google Photos. To transform photos into shareable creations, navigate to the Create tab in Google Photos. There, users can explore AI templates, Remix, Photo to video, and other tools.
2. Edit images using Nano Banana in Search. Open Lens within the Google app on Android or iOS, then tap the “Create” mode (identified by a yellow banana icon). Users can either use a suggested prompt or take a picture and describe the desired edits.
3. Experiment with vibe coding. Users can explore tips from a Google expert on topics such as selecting appropriate AI tools and refining prompts.
4. Master prompting for image generation and editing with Gemini. While simple inputs yield good results, for exceptional images and precise creative control, users should consult a comprehensive guide to maximize Gemini’s capabilities.
5. Discover personal style using a selfie. To utilize the virtual try-on tool without a full-body photo, users can upload a selfie, and Nano Banana will generate a digital full-body representation.
6. Animate photos to bring them to life. Gemini’s photo-to-video features can transform static images into animated videos, complete with audio.
7. Recap the year 2025 with Google Photos. Users can review the past year’s memories as Google Photos Recap compiles photos and videos into a customizable highlight reel.
8. Generate an illustrated storybook using Gemini. By describing any imagined story, Gemini can produce a unique 10-page book featuring custom art and audio.
9. Master movie-making with Flow. Users can explore tips for animating content with Flow, an AI filmmaking tool powered by the Veo AI video generation model.
10. Experiment with meta prompting. Users can collaborate with Gemini on prompts for creative tools such as Veo, refining instructions to explore new creative possibilities.
11. Transform photos into a recipe book. By taking pictures of holiday baking, NotebookLM can convert them into a recipe book. Users can describe recipes using Gemini’s understanding or upload notes, and NotebookLM will handle the rest.

Tackle your to-dos.

1. Control Pixel Watch 4 with one-handed gestures. Gestures like Double Pinch or Wrist Turn enable users to scroll through and dismiss notifications, snooze alarms, manage timers, and more without touching the screen.
2. Utilize agentic AI in Search to contact local businesses. A new agentic AI feature can ask a few questions before dialing local businesses to inquire about item availability, discounts, and other information.
3. Access Gemini hands-free on Pixel Watch 4 using Raise to Talk. Once enabled, users simply bring the watch close to their mouth and begin speaking, without needing to say “Hey Google.” A subtle blue light at the bottom of the watch display indicates Gemini is listening.
4. Have Pixel 10 take messages. “Take a Message” on the latest Pixel 10 phones offers an intelligent solution for missed or declined calls. It employs spam detection models and generates a real-time transcript, along with an AI-generated list of suggested next steps.

1. Simplify Google Home automations. Ask Home allows for natural language automation creation, powered by the new Gemini for Home. For instance, saying, “Create an automation to turn on the porch lights and lock the front door every day at sunset” will execute the command.

1. Schedule tasks using Gemini. Scheduled actions enable users to streamline routine tasks or receive personalized updates from Gemini. Within a conversation, users can instruct Gemini to perform a task at a specific time or convert an existing prompt into a recurring action.
2. Troubleshoot in real time with Gemini Live. For issues like a squeaky chair or a malfunctioning record player, Gemini Live’s camera input allows users to show Gemini the problem in real time for immediate assistance. Simply point the camera at the issue and converse with Gemini to devise a solution.
3. Address tab overload with Gemini in Chrome. Gemini in Chrome now operates across multiple tabs, enabling quick comparison and summarization of information from various websites. For instance, when planning flights, hotels, and activities across several tabs, Gemini in Chrome can consolidate this information into a single itinerary, simplifying travel planning.
4. Create and share custom Gems. Gems allow users to customize Gemini for specific needs, simplifying tasks and reducing repetitive prompting. Whether for a workflow or a family vacation, users can share Gems by opening the Gem manager on the web and clicking “Share” next to a created Gem, transforming them into a collaborative resource.
5. Activate Pixel’s Magic Cue for timely information. Magic Cue leverages Gemini models to proactively display relevant information and suggest actions across various applications. This includes locating reservation details in Gmail, linking events to Calendar, and previewing weather forecasts for upcoming trips.
6. Shop conversationally and visually with AI Mode in Search. Instead of using filters to find specific items, users can describe preferences, such as “barrel jeans that aren’t too baggy.” AI Mode will then intelligently present relevant shoppable options. Further refinement is possible by simply searching for additional criteria, like “I want more ankle length.”
7. Translate content while scrolling with Circle to Search. Translation capabilities in Circle to Search were enhanced for a continuous experience. Users initiate Circle to Search by long-pressing the home button or navigation bar, tapping the “Translate” icon, and selecting “scroll and translate.” Text will continue to translate as the user scrolls or switches apps, ensuring an uninterrupted experience.

Go pro at work.

1. Generate compelling slide presentations with Nano Banana Pro in Mixboard. Mixboard, an AI experiment from Google Labs, assists in exploring, expanding, and refining ideas. It now integrates Nano Banana Pro, an advanced image generation model, to transform board content into engaging presentations.

1. Convert notes and documents into narrated videos. NotebookLM’s Video Overviews utilize Nano Banana, offering diverse visual styles such as Watercolor, Papercraft, Anime, Whiteboard, Retro Print, and Heritage. Users can also specify whether they desire a detailed explanation or a concise brief on a topic.
2. Locate available time on calendars. When responding to emails regarding meeting times, Gmail detects the intent and displays a “Help me schedule” button in the toolbar. Selecting this button prompts Gemini to suggest meeting times based on the user’s Google Calendar and email context. These suggestions are directly inserted into the reply, allowing the recipient to choose a suitable time.
3. Request Gemini’s assistance with Google Sheets. Users can employ the AI function to categorize feedback, summarize product reviews, or generate personalized copy. By typing “=AI” in any cell, followed by instructions for Gemini, the AI will execute the request across the specified range.
4. Integrate Deep Research with Google Workspace. Gemini Deep Research can incorporate context from Gmail, Drive, and Chat directly into research. This allows for the creation of more comprehensive reports by combining information from Gmail, Drive (Docs, Slides, Sheets, PDFs), and Google Chat with web sources.

The year 2025 was marked by significant advancements in AI. Users can anticipate numerous new and helpful Google AI launches, updates, and tips in the coming year.