Google is introducing “smarter search” to Gmail for Android, iOS, and the web that leverages “AI to show you the most relevant results, faster.”

Previously, Gmail search would show “emails in chronological order based on keywords,” or “Top results” followed by everything else.

This new approach takes into account recency, most-clicked emails, frequent contacts, and other factors. Google says “emails you’re looking for are far more likely to be at the top of your search results — saving you valuable time and helping you find important information more easily.”

Once rolled you, you’ll see a new “Most relevant” dropdown underneath the Gmail search bar and carousel of filters, which you might no longer have to use as often. You still have the option to browse by “Most recent.”

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This update is rolling out “globally for users with personal Google accounts” on the web and mobile apps. It will expand to “business users in the future.” We’re not seeing Most relevant yet on our devices today.

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