Gmail’s new button automates AI responses from Gemini

Google has introduced a new “Insert” button for its Gemini AI email feature in Gmail on Android, streamlining the process of using AI-generated email responses.

New feature overview: Google’s latest update to Gmail on Android introduces a simple yet impactful enhancement to its Gemini AI integration system.

• The new “Insert” button allows users to directly transfer AI-generated responses into Gmail’s reply window
• The button appears at the bottom right of the screen, alongside thumbs up/down options and below formatting tools
• Users can edit the inserted text before sending

Current functionality: Gemini’s AI capabilities in Gmail extend well beyond basic email composition.

• Users can request email summaries, generate replies, and refine existing drafts
• The system can search Google Drive files and filter emails using natural language queries
• Calendar integration allows for event creation and management directly through Gemini
• Email thread summarization is available for lengthy conversations

Technical implementation: The update addresses a key user experience friction point in the mobile interface.

• Previously, users had to manually copy and paste AI-generated content into reply windows
• The new button eliminates this cumbersome step on Android devices
• The feature began limited testing in December and is now rolling out more broadly
• Pixel 8 Pro users are among the first to receive access to this functionality

Looking ahead: While this update represents an incremental improvement, it signals Google’s commitment to making AI tools more seamlessly integrated into everyday productivity applications.