Google AI Overviews Query Expansion Testing
Google is experimenting with new features to increase the number of user queries, as the current 10% growth is insufficient. The company is testing query expansion tabs at the top of AI Overviews in the search results.
New UI Update
The updated interface displays question-based tabs above the AI Overview, allowing users to explore related questions easily. The original search query appears as the first tab labeled “Original:” followed by tabs for related questions, each triggering a new AI Overview.
Observations and Reports
- First spotted by Sachin Patel, who shared screenshots illustrating the feature.
- This new display is currently being tested on desktop platforms.
- Multiple examples show the enhanced user interface designed to surface related queries directly within the AI Overview.
Community and Industry Reaction
The feature has generated discussion on social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), where SEO professionals and observers are analyzing its potential impact on search behavior and query volume.
