AI Helpful Tips: Understanding Google Gems
Google Gems are specialized AI assistants built within Google Gemini that you can build for specific, common tasks. You create a custom-made virtual assistant that remembers its job every time you chat or simply use a premade Gem. It’s like having a highly effective virtual co-worker that is trained with specific instructions and knowledge to become a more efficient assistant in performing particular tasks.
How do I get started?
- Watch this helpful 12-minute video or a shorter 5-minute video to familiarize yourself with Gems.
- Try using the Gems that are already created by Google to become familiar with how they work.
Examples of Premade Gems created by Google
Since Google Gemini is an approved campus-wide AI tool, here are a few ways to use Google Gems:
| Premade Gem by Google | Core Function | Campus APplication |
|---|---|---|
| Brainstormer | Creative Idea Generator | Quickly generate a list of creative ideas for a team building activities for an upcoming meeting. |
| Career Guide | Professional Mentor/Coach | Practice common interview questions for a job or internship, or get feedback on a resume draft based on a specific job description. |
| Writing Editor | Content Refiner | Upload a draft (email, paper, or report) to receive constructive feedback for style and structure. |
| Productivity Planner | Task Manager/Daily Briefer | Connect to your Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive) to generate a concise summary of urgent emails, today’s meetings, and recommended action items. |
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