Google’s AI tool, Gemini Spark, can perform tasks on your behalf, making everyday life smoother. It can automate tasks, such as getting a recap of the last 20 emails in your inbox, giving you extra time in the mornings.
Gemini Spark is an agentic personal assistant announced in May at Google’s annual I/O developer conference. You can give it a task, and it can run in the background, taking proactive action while adhering to your instructions.
Getting Started with Gemini Spark
To access Gemini Spark, you’ll need to be a Google AI Pro or Ultra subscriber. Certain business subscribers might also have access. You’ll also need Keep activity switched on, which lets you pick up chats where you left off.
Gemini Spark is available through the Gemini mobile app, the Gemini Mac app, and the web app. It also works with Gemini in Chrome using auto browse to do tasks like book restaurant reservations and travel.
Using Gemini Spark to Automate Tasks
To use Gemini Spark, select Menu, and then select Spark. Then, you can type into the textbox whatever task you want Spark to accomplish. For example, you can automatically extract a client’s name, requested date, and log the lead in your Client Tracker Sheet.
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If needed, you can also upload a relevant file, or something from your Drive or a Notebook. Then, tap or click Submit. Google emphasizes monitoring your tasks in case Gemini needs something from you, like taking over a task in the browser.
Monitoring and Updating Tasks
To keep an eye on your tasks, go to Menu > Spark and then Tasks. That will let you see the thread associated with the task, and if you need to make updates, you can do it right there. You can also look at the work panel, which shows you information like the completed, current, and planned steps.
Google said it would replace Gemini Gems with skills as the method for dictating instructions for tasks. A skill might be instructions for preparing for presentations or adopting a specific writing style. Once you’ve created a skill, if you want to use it again on a task, you’ll be able to type a forward slash and the skill’s name when you’re writing your prompt.
Google also warns not to put sensitive information into the task thread. That means you shouldn’t be giving Gemini login or payment information. Instead, Google recommends entering that type of info yourself directly on the relevant website. Google cautions against scheduling tasks that are too sensitive, particularly if the task is set to run while you’re offline.
Gemini Spark is a powerful tool for automating tasks and increasing productivity. With its ability to perform tasks on your behalf and automate routine activities, it can help users achieve their goals more effectively.