""we're making the transition to a conversation even more seamless. In our testing, we've found that people prefer an experience that flows naturally into a conversation - and that asking follow-up questions while keeping the context from AI Overviews makes Search more helpful," he added. "It's one fluid experience with prominent links to continue exploring: a quick snapshot when you need it, and deeper conversation when you want it.""
""This is really not good for content creators and publishers. But hey, Google tested this and Google says searchers like it - so who cares about the impact to content creators and the web ecosystem. An AI Mode result with no citations at all?! Ever seen one of those in the wild @rustybrick @glenngabe ? pic.twitter.com/Oc2QCWOdIu- Michael Jarrett (@MJ_Jarrett) January 26, 2026 Not good, not good at all. More bad news for websites that enjoy traffic. https://t.co/Lcg26fnK8Y- Lily Ray 😏 (@lilyraynyc) January 27, 2026""
Google Search's AI Overviews now let users click "Show more" to ask follow-up questions that open AI Mode in an overlay. The overlay sits on top of search results and requires clicking an X to return to the results, keeping users within Google's interface. Google reports testing shows searchers prefer a conversational flow, and the change is described as a seamless transition into conversation with quick snapshots and deeper conversations. Some AI Mode responses may lack visible citations, raising concerns among SEO professionals. Industry observers warn the overlay will likely reduce click-throughs and traffic to publisher websites.
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