Google has begun rolling out a major update to Chrome that introduces an “autobrowse” feature powered by Gemini AI, allowing the browser to complete multi-step tasks on behalf of users. The new capability is launching for subscribers to Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra, while a Gemini-powered sidebar is becoming available to all Chrome users.
Autobrowse is designed as an evolution of Chrome’s existing autofill tools. Instead of simply inserting saved information like addresses or payment details, the agentic system can take a broader task and navigate the web to complete it. Google says users will still approve the final step, such as confirming a purchase or submission, but the AI can handle intermediate actions like filling out forms, researching trips, and booking reservations.
The feature is accessed through a Gemini icon in the browser, which opens a sidebar interface where users can type requests. Google notes that information displayed within the sidebar is not shared back to websites, aiming to separate AI activity from site-level tracking.
The update also connects to Google’s “personal intelligence” system, meaning Gemini can reference past conversations and, with permission, data from services such as Gmail to provide more personalized assistance. Chrome will also gain support for Google’s Nano Banana image tool, enabling in-browser image editing directly through the AI interface.
While similar agentic browsing tools have appeared in other browsers, Chrome’s dominant desktop market share makes this rollout particularly significant. For now, autobrowse is limited to higher-tier subscriptions, but Google has indicated that broader access could follow if the feature proves successful.