Gemini app, now on macOS
Access Gemini from any screen on your desktop to clarify a topic, recall a formula, or brainstorm on the fly without opening a tab. It’s help on demand.
Help right where you need it
Gemini can jump in when you need a hand. Share your window to get instant contextual help based on what you’re looking at.
Shortcut to Gemini
With a simple global shortcut (Option + Space), Gemini is instantly ready when you are to tackle any project or need.
Get contextual help
Stop describing and start doing. Get answers based on the context of the documents, code, or data in your shared window.
Creativity for your desktop
From image creation with Nano Banana to video generation with Veo, your powerful creative suite is a click away, ready for whatever you’re working on.
Get answers without switching screens
Bring the power of Gemini to your macOS for a faster way to brainstorm or pull info without breaking your flow. Find your answers and keep moving.
Frequently asked questions
The Gemini app for macOS is available at no cost in all languages and countries where the Gemini app is supported. The app requires macOS Sequoia (15.0) or later and runs exclusively on Apple Silicon.
There are several quick methods to open the Gemini app:
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Customizable Shortcuts: Press Option + Space to open the mini chat, or Option + Shift + Space for the full chat experience. You can change both shortcuts in Settings.
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Menu Bar: Select the Gemini icon located in the menu bar at the top of your screen.
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Application Dock: Launch the app directly by clicking its icon in the Dock.
To give Gemini context about your current work:
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Click the Add files and tools in the Gemini app.
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Select Share window.
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Choose the specific window you want to share.
Gemini will use what's visible on your screen to tailor its answers. To let it read full pages in the browser, go to your macOS's System Settings > Privacy & Security and enable Accessibility for Gemini.
Yes! As long as you are signed into the same Google account, your chat history and memory will sync across all devices.
Visit the Help Center for detailed system requirements, installation guides, and usage tips.
Compatibility and availability varies. Available to users 13+.