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Gemini in Chrome adds ‘Select from screen’ tool as Gemini 3.5 Flash gains computer use

Google's Gemini 3.5 Flash now lets users select screen content and automate computer actions directly from Chrome.

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The brief

Gemini 3.5 Flash has been updated to include computer use, enabling the AI to control a user's computer and build agents that operate across platforms. The Chrome browser now features a ‘Select from screen’ tool that leverages this capability.

Future reporting may focus on how the computer‑use feature is extended, any additional tools added to Chrome, and the range of platforms where Gemini agents can operate.

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Quick answers

What new capability does Gemini 3.5 Flash have?

It can now use a computer, allowing the AI to control the machine and build agents that operate across platforms.

What does the ‘Select from screen’ tool do?

The tool lets users select content directly from their screen, feeding it to Gemini 3.5 Flash for processing.

Which outlets reported on the Gemini update?

Crypto Briefing, nokiapoweruser.com, Seeking Alpha, blog.google and 9to5Google all covered the announcement.

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Topics

Google Gemini Chrome AI Automation

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