What is Google Autocomplete?
Google Autocomplete is a feature that assists users in completing their search queries quickly by offering predictions as they type. This feature is available on the Google homepage, the Google mobile app, and the Chrome browser’s address bar.
When a user starts typing a query, Google Autocomplete provides a dropdown list of predictions based on real searches made by others in the same location and the user’s own search history.
Key Points:
- Predictions, Not Suggestions: Google uses the term “predictions” because the aim is to help users complete their intended searches, not suggest new ones.
- Data Sources: Autocomplete predictions come from real user searches and the user’s search history. Some predictions may be removed due to inappropriate content.
- SEO Importance: Autocomplete can be a valuable tool for SEO, providing keyword suggestions based on trending queries without requiring paid tools.
Example:
When typing “ahrefs” in the search bar, Google Autocomplete may show predictions like “ahrefs keyword explorer,” “ahrefs blog,” and “ahrefs free trial.”
Reporting Inappropriate Predictions:
Users can report inappropriate autocomplete predictions directly to Google for review and removal.
SEO Tool Integration:
Tools like Ahrefs Keywords Explorer use data from Google Autocomplete to generate keyword suggestions and improve SEO strategies.
