Google announced Wednesday that it is introducing a native Gemini app for Mac, available to all Gemini users on macOS versions 15 and up globally starting today. The app brings Gemini access directly to macOS with a keyboard shortcut and support for sharing on-screen content, positioning Gemini alongside existing Mac applications from OpenAI and Anthropic.
Shortcut-first design for instant access
The macOS app lets users bring up Gemini from anywhere on their Mac with a quick shortcut (Option + Space) to get help instantly without switching tabs. Google’s examples focus on common work scenarios: verifying a date while drafting a market report, or using the right formula while building a budget in a spreadsheet. Users can get an answer and return to their work immediately.
Screen sharing and local file support
A key capability of the app is the ability to share anything on your screen with Gemini to get help with what you’re looking at in the moment, including local files. For example, if you’re looking at a complex chart, you could ask “What are the three biggest takeaways here?” and receive a summary.
Creative generation features
The app supports image generation with Nano Banana and video generation with Veo, extending the assistant’s functionality beyond Q&A and summarization to include generative media creation.
Availability
The native macOS app is available to all Gemini users on macOS versions 15 and up, globally, starting today. It is available for download at gemini.google/mac.
Source: TechCrunch