GOOGLE LAUNCHES CHROME SKILLS FOR QUICK AI PROMPTS

Google's new Skills feature integrates AI automation directly into Chrome, accessible through the Gemini sidebar. Users can trigger saved prompts instantly via keyboard shortcut, streamlining repetitive tasks without typing the same request multiple times. The platform launches with over 50 presets covering common use cases. Available Skills include recipe optimization to maximize protein content, YouTube video summaries, and other practical utilities. Users can browse preset Skills or build custom ones tailored to their specific workflows. The feature sits within Google's broader push to embed generative AI across its product ecosystem. By lowering friction for AI interactions—reducing repeated typing through keyboard shortcuts—Google aims to increase adoption of its Gemini AI assistant among Chrome users. Skills appear in the Gemini sidebar, keeping them readily accessible without leaving the browser. This positioning follows Google's pattern of integrating AI helpers into native browsing experiences rather than forcing users to navigate to separate tools. The launch targets both casual users seeking quick solutions and power users building automation workflows. Preset Skills handle straightforward demands while custom Skills enable advanced users to define their own prompts for niche applications. Google has not announced pricing changes or outlined whether all Skills features remain free. The feature rolls out to Chrome users with access to Gemini integration.