Google Images adds a “For You” feed and built-in AI image making

In short: Google is rolling out a new Google Images design that looks more like a scrolling feed, and it is adding a way to create AI-made images inside Google Search.

What happened

Google has started redesigning Google Images to focus more on browsing, not just searching. When you open Google Images, you will see a “For You” gallery. It is a stream of pictures picked based on your interests and browsing history.

As you scroll, you can save things you like into “collections.” Think of collections like folders or pinboards where you keep ideas, such as vacation outfits, travel inspiration, or home design plans. Google says the gallery updates as new images appear online.

Google is also adding an option to generate images directly in Google Search. This is for times when you have a very specific idea and cannot find the exact picture you want. You type a short description, called a prompt (like giving instructions to an artist), and Google’s system creates a new image.

The Google Images redesign is rolling out over the coming weeks on desktop computers in the U.S., in English. Google says you need to be signed in to a Google Account to use it. The image creation feature will also roll out over the coming weeks in English in regions where Google already offers image creation in its AI features.

Why it matters

For regular users, this could make Google Images feel less like a tool you use for one search and more like a place to browse ideas, similar to Pinterest. It also means more people may make images without leaving Google, which could change how often people use separate image-making apps.

Source: TechCrunch AI