Use Gemini macOS Shortcuts to Eliminate Context Switching
Use a global shortcut to access AI assistance instantly.
Install the Gemini macOS app and use the Option + Space shortcut to trigger an AI overlay that can read your active window context for immediate help.
The Scenario
You are in the middle of a long email thread or a complex PDF and need a quick summary without leaving your active application.
Before & after
Users have to copy text from their document, switch to a browser, paste it into an AI chat, and wait for a response, taking about 5–10 minutes.
By pressing 'Option + Space', you can instantly ask Gemini to summarize your current screen or answer questions about it, reducing the process to 1–2 minutes.
The Prompt
Summarize the key action items from the window I am currently sharing and suggest the next three steps I should take.
The macOS app allows you to share your window context directly, meaning the AI knows what you are looking at without you needing to explain it.
Source
Gemini Apps’ release updates & improvements"With a simple keyboard shortcut (Option + Space), you can bring up Gemini alongside any application you're using."