Google has introduced a new experimental AI-powered search feature for YouTube. The feature is called “Ask YouTube” and is currently available for testing.
The tool is limited to Premium subscribers in the United States. Users must be 18 years or older to access it. The testing period runs until June 8.
Google says the feature is still in an early experimental stage. A wider release is expected after the testing phase ends.
To use the feature, users must first enable it in their account settings. After activation, an “Ask YouTube” button appears inside the search bar.
The feature allows users to type detailed questions instead of simple keywords. It also provides suggested prompts to help users explore topics more easily.
For example, users can ask Google’s system to plan a three-day road trip. One example includes a route between San Francisco and Santa Barbara.
After showing results, the tool allows follow-up questions. Users can continue refining their search through additional prompts.
According to early reports, the system can generate summaries along with video recommendations. It also highlights relevant timestamps in videos.
In one test, a query about the Apollo 11 Moon Landing returned a summary and related videos. This shows how Google is combining AI summaries with traditional search results.
However, not all results are fully accurate. Some tests showed mixed quality in responses.
In one case, a query about a gaming device returned incorrect information. This highlights ongoing concerns about AI-generated content accuracy.
Google is still testing improvements to make the system more reliable. The company aims to balance AI summaries with video-based search results.
The feature represents a major step in integrating AI into YouTube search. It also reflects Google’s broader push toward AI-powered tools across its platforms.
While the tool is promising, experts say users should verify important information. AI systems can still produce errors in certain cases.
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The testing phase will help Google refine the feature before a global rollout.
