Reduce context switching with the Gemini for Mac shortcut
Use keyboard shortcuts to query Gemini about your active windows.
Install the native Gemini app for Mac and use the Option + Space shortcut to trigger an overlay that can analyze what is currently visible on your screen.
The Scenario
You are reading a long legal contract or a complex technical PDF in a dedicated viewer app and need a quick summary without leaving the application.
Before & after
You have to copy the text from your current window, open a browser, navigate to a site, paste the text, and wait for a response, taking 5–10 minutes.
By pressing Option + Space, you can instantly ask Gemini to 'Read the document on my screen and summarize the three biggest risks.' This takes 2 minutes.
The Prompt
Summarize the key points of the window I am currently sharing and suggest three follow-up actions.
The native Gemini Mac app includes a global shortcut and a window-sharing feature that allows the AI to see and understand the active window for instant assistance.
Source
Gemini Apps’ release updates & improvements"With a simple keyboard shortcut (Option + Space), you can bring up Gemini... and seamlessly share your window to understand your context."