Ask YouTube 'entirely reimagines' how you find videos with a conversational search experience — here's how it works
YouTube has introduced a new feature called Ask YouTube, which allows for conversational video searches. Announced during Google I/O 2026, this AI-driven tool aims to enhance user experience by providing more relevant video results. Additionally, the Gemini Omni tool will see deeper integration with YouTube Shorts and other content creation tools.
- ▪Ask YouTube enables users to perform complex and conversational searches within the app.
- ▪The feature compiles both long-form videos and Shorts that best match the user's query.
- ▪An interactive response will direct users to specific parts of videos related to their search.
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Entertainment Streaming Ask YouTube 'entirely reimagines' how you find videos with a conversational search experience — here's how it works News By Scott Younker published 19 May 2026 Plus new Gemini tools in Shorts and Remix When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: shuttershock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Today (May 19), during Google I/O 2026, CEO Sundar Pichai announced new features that will change how you search for videos on YouTube.Ask YouTube is a new way to search for videos in the app, which Pichai said "entirely reimagines the experience." The AI feature lets you ask…
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