Google now lets you schedule Gemini AI actions in advance so it can do them at your time and leisure

India Today

14 hours ago

Google has rolled out a new feature for its Gemini AI called Scheduled Actions. The feature allows users to set tasks to run automatically at specific times or on a recurring basis. The feature is now available on Android, iOS, and the web for users with Google AI Pro or Ultra subscriptions, or those on eligible Google Workspace business and education plans.advertisementWith the Scheduled Actions feature, users can set up tasks like daily email summaries, weather updates, or weekly event roundups to be performed without manual input each time. The feature will also allow users to schedule both one-time and repeating tasks by specifying when and how often they should occur.Users can create a scheduled action by entering a prompt into the Gemini app or on the web, including the timing and frequency details. Here is a detailed step-by-step guide to schedule your Gemini AI actions. How to Schedule an Action in Gemini AI
– First open the Gemini app on Android or iOS, or visit gemini.google.com on the web.– Now enter your prompt in the text box, including details on timing and frequency. The new Gemini AI feature supports both one-time and recurring tasks. For example, users can ask for a news summary every Monday morning or a weekend event roundup every Friday afternoon. Scheduled actions can be set to occur on a specific day, date, or time, or after a certain event.advertisement– Click or tap Submit.– Once submitted the action, Gemini will confirm the request and set up the task. – You can even edit the actions by tapping the Edit to modify the details before confirming.– Once confirmed, the action is saved and will run automatically based on the set schedule.Gemini will also send notifications when the action is completed. On mobile devices, notifications will appear like any other app alert and may display on the lock screen depending on settings. On the web, notifications appear within the Gemini chat thread.Users can manage these actions in the Gemini app or web interface. To do so:– To pause or resume a task:– Go to the Gemini app or web interface.– Open Settings > Scheduled actions.– Select the task and tap Pause or Resume.Meanwhile, to edit or delete a task:– In the Gemini app or web, go to Settings > Scheduled actions.–Find the scheduled action and tap Edit or Delete.You can also change the content or frequency:– Return to the chat thread for the action and enter a new prompt or request an edit.The feature will allow users to set up to 10 scheduled actions at once. Additionally, Gemini may use the device location to provide relevant information, such as local weather or nearby events.Scheduled Actions for Gemini AI will remain active unless paused or deleted. However, Google notes that tasks may be turned off automatically if they are not accessed or triggered for a prolonged period. Users can reactivate these tasks by revisiting the relevant chat thread.- Ends