Features You Didn't Know Existed On Google

Hidden features that make using Google fun and easy

Google is a search engine we make use of everyday but we aren’t maximizing it to its full potential. Here are some of the most useful Google search tricks, from basic tips to hidden games that can make your day simpler and a tad fun.

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PLAY ATARI BREAKOUT

Atari Breakout is a hidden Google game which turns Google Images into a playable classic arcade video game with a Google twist. This is an easily accessible game you can play to pass time. Just Search for “Atari Breakout”

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SET TIMER

If you ever have a need to time yourself and there is no digital watch available. You can always use google search by typing “Set timer” and a stopwatch/timer would appear ready to countdown.

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SEARCH FILE TYPE

Looking for a specific type of file using google search? You can filter your search by adding for example ‘.pdf’ or ‘.doc’ to the word and you would only get results in these file formats.

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SEARCH FOR LATEST NEWS

This is very useful to people that live for only the current and relevant news. Use the google search tool on your desktop and mobile devices to select multiple timeframes from ‘anytime’ to ‘one year.’

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PLAY PACMAN

All work and no play…… you know the rest. You can kill boredom by inputting Pacman on your google search space. This would automatically bring out the game for your pleasure. It’s simply plug and play.

#GeekWorld is a segment for nerdy discussions and regular tech updates. In this edition we are revealing hidden gems on google.