Google Search Bar Widget May 2026
Tap your or initial in the top-right corner. Go to Settings > Customize Search widget . Adjust the following: Shortcuts : Choose what appears on the bar.
Select the widget, then tap and hold it to drag it onto your home screen. iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad) : Google Search Bar Widget
an empty space on the home screen until the apps jiggle. Tap the + (plus) icon in the top-left corner. Search for Google and select the widget size you prefer. Tap Add Widget and hit Done . How to Customize the Widget (Android) Tap your or initial in the top-right corner
: Switch between standard, dark mode, or a custom color. Transparency : Make the bar more or less see-through. Shape : Change the bar from a rectangle to rounded edges. Managing the Widget Select the widget, then tap and hold it