{"id":24571,"date":"2024-01-17T18:00:52","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T10:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=24571"},"modified":"2024-02-21T15:57:59","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T07:57:59","slug":"google-search-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/google-search-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Cool Things Google Search Can Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that Google Search is more than just a search engine? It\u2019s a treasure trove of surprises, packed with hidden gems and handy shortcuts. Whether you\u2019re a student in need of quick answers, a globetrotter seeking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/airport-travel-hacks-tips\/\">travel tips<\/a>, a curious soul exploring the unknown, or someone just looking to kill time, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/better-google-searching\/\">Google Search<\/a> is your go-to magic wand.<\/p>\n<p>Join us on a fascinating journey as we unveil <strong>20 interesting and entertaining ways to use Google Search<\/strong>. Get ready to transform your search bar into a multifunctional tool \u2013 from playing games and translating phrases to solving complex math puzzles, setting timers, and even checking live flight updates.<\/p>\n<p class=\"recommended_top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Read Also:<\/strong>\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t\t<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/better-google-searching\/\">A Guide to Better Google Searching Techniques<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Play Pacman<\/h2>\n<p>Type <code>Pacman<\/code> in the search bar and hit Search. Click to start playing the classic game right in your browser.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Play-Pacman.jpg?2\" alt=\"Play Pacman\" width=\"1470\" height=\"1099\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Input Handwriting for Translation<\/h2>\n<p>Did you know Google Translate allows handwriting input? Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/translate.google.com\">Google Translate<\/a>, select the pencil icon at the bottom left of the text box, and handwrite the word you need translated. This feature is particularly useful for languages that use unique characters.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Input-Handwriting-for-Translation.jpg?2\" alt=\"Input Handwriting for Translation\" width=\"2522\" height=\"1390\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Pronounce Large Numbers<\/h2>\n<p>To learn the pronunciation of large numbers in Google Search, type the number followed by an equal sign (=) and the desired language. Note: This works for numbers up to 13 digits.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Pronounce-Big-Numbers.jpg?2\" alt=\"Pronounce Big Numbers\" width=\"1491\" height=\"785\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Use Google as a Calculator<\/h2>\n<p>Google Search isn\u2019t just for simple calculations like 5^3, 10+5, or 15-8. It can also handle trigonometric functions and more complex math operations.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Use-It-Like-a-Calculator-1.jpg?2\" alt=\"Use It Like a Calculator 1\" width=\"1481\" height=\"1044\"><\/figure>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Use-It-Like-a-Calculator-2.jpg?2\" alt=\"Use It Like a Calculator\" width=\"1478\" height=\"1714\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Solve Geometric Shapes<\/h2>\n<p>Google Search can solve various geometric shapes. Simply type <code>solve<\/code> followed by the shape\u2019s name (e.g., <code>solve triangle<\/code>). Google will provide a specialized calculator for area, perimeter, angles, and more, specific to each shape.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Solve-Geometrical-Shapes.jpg?2\" alt=\"Solve Geometrical Shapes\" width=\"1484\" height=\"1450\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Create Graphs Instantly<\/h2>\n<p>Generate graphs for mathematical functions directly in Google Search. Try searching <code>graph for x^2<\/code> or <code>graph for tan(x)<\/code>, and see the graph appear in your search results.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Generate-a-Graph.jpg?2\" alt=\"Generate a Graph\" width=\"1458\" height=\"1093\"><\/figure>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Generate-a-Graph-2.jpg?2\" alt=\"Generate a Graph\" width=\"1501\" height=\"1174\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Calculate Tips with Google\u2019s Tip Calculator<\/h2>\n<p>Struggle with math but not with generosity? Use Google\u2019s Tip Calculator. Search for <code>tip calculator<\/code>, enter your bill amount, desired tip percentage, and the number of people sharing the bill to find out your tip amount.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Calculate-the-Waiter-Tip.jpg?2\" alt=\"Calculate the Waiter Tip\" width=\"1421\" height=\"890\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Currency Conversion<\/h2>\n<p>For quick currency conversions, type the amount and currency you want to convert from and to (e.g., 100 GBP to USD) in the Google search bar. The search result will show the converted amount instantly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> Check out <a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelfx.co.uk\/\">Travel FX<\/a> for buying travel money online.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Currency-Conversion.jpg?2\" alt=\"Currency Conversion\" width=\"1453\" height=\"1099\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Unit Conversion for Various Quantities<\/h2>\n<p>Besides currency, you can use Google to <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/websearch\/answer\/3284611?hl=en#unitconverter\">convert different units<\/a>, like lbs to kgs. Google covers conversions in nine categories: temperature, length, mass, speed, volume, area, fuel consumption, time, and digital storage.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Conversion-of-Units.jpg?2\" alt=\"Conversion of Units\" width=\"1453\" height=\"871\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Quick Language Translations<\/h2>\n<p>For fast translations of short phrases or words, simply type the source and target languages into the search bar. For instance, try <code>French to English<\/code> for a quick translation.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Translation-between-Languages.jpg?2\" alt=\"Translation between Languages\" width=\"1458\" height=\"895\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Set a Timer Using Google<\/h2>\n<p>Need a timer? Just type <code>Google Timer<\/code> in the search bar, and a box will appear where you can set any duration, like 45 seconds. Google Timer will count down and sound an alarm when time\u2019s up. You can also view it in full-screen mode.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Google-Timer.jpg?2\" alt=\"Google Timer\" width=\"1497\" height=\"950\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Sunrise and Sunset Times in Your City<\/h2>\n<p>Find out the sunrise and sunset times in your city or any other city worldwide. Search <code>sunrise in Kuala Lumpur<\/code> or <code>sunset in Kuala Lumpur<\/code>, for example, to get the exact times.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Get-Sunrise.jpg?2\" alt=\"Get Sunrise\" width=\"1466\" height=\"784\"><\/figure>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Get-Sunset.jpg?2\" alt=\"Get Sunset\" width=\"1446\" height=\"758\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Weather Forecast<\/h2>\n<p>Before you step out or plan a trip, check the weather forecast. Simply type the city name followed by <code>forecast<\/code>, like <code>LA forecast<\/code>, to get the latest weather predictions.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Weather-Forecast.jpg?2\" alt=\"Weather Forecast\" width=\"1472\" height=\"1277\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Flight Status Check<\/h2>\n<p>This is great for frequent travelers. Share your flight number (e.g., <code>PK304<\/code>) with anyone picking you up, and they can instantly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/flights-tracking\/\">check your flight\u2019s status<\/a>, including the terminal and gate information.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Check-Flight-Status.jpg?2\" alt=\"Check Flight Status\" width=\"1419\" height=\"1278\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Calculate Distance and Travel Time<\/h2>\n<p>Planning a road trip? Find out the distance and estimated travel time by typing your start and end destinations with <code>distance<\/code> at the end, like <code>New York to Dallas distance<\/code>.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Calculate-Distance-Time-to-Reach.jpg?2\" alt=\"Calculate Distance Time to Reach\" width=\"1430\" height=\"1264\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Movie Release Dates<\/h2>\n<p>Eager to know when a new movie hits theaters? Type the movie\u2019s name followed by <code>release date<\/code>, such as <code>Transporter Refueled release date<\/code>, to find out its premiere date.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Release-Date-of-Movies.jpg?2\" alt=\"Release Date of Movies\" width=\"1536\" height=\"722\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Find Books by an Author<\/h2>\n<p>Discovered a new favorite author? Search for all their works by typing <code>books by <em>[author's name]<\/em><\/code>. For example, <code>books by John Green<\/code> will display a list of his books along with their publication years.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Search-Books-by-an-Author.jpg?2\" alt=\"Search Books by an Author\" width=\"1429\" height=\"1079\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Interactive Google Search Tricks<\/h2>\n<p>For a bit of fun, type <code>do a barrel roll<\/code> or <code>tilt<\/code> into Google Search and watch the page follow your command!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Move-Google-Search.jpg?2\" alt=\"Move Google Search\" width=\"2507\" height=\"2369\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Explore Google\u2019s Doodle History<\/h2>\n<p>Curious about past Google Doodles? Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\">google.com<\/a> and click <strong>I\u2019m Feeling Lucky<\/strong> without entering anything in the search box, or simply click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/doodles\/\">here<\/a> to view them all.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/View-Old-Google-Doodles.jpg?2\" alt=\"View Old Google Doodles\" width=\"2526\" height=\"1743\"><\/figure>\n<hr>\n<h2>Travel Back to Google\u2019s Origins<\/h2>\n<p>Ever wondered what Google looked like in its early days? Type <code>google in year<\/code> followed by a year, like <code>google in 1998<\/code>, and hit search to see how Google appeared back then.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/google-search-fun\/Go-Retro.jpg?2\" alt=\"Go Retro\" width=\"2514\" height=\"2018\"><\/figure>\n<hr>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that Google Search is more than just a search engine? It\u2019s a treasure trove of surprises, packed with hidden gems and handy shortcuts. 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