On September 11, 2026, Google rolled out a dedicated Gemini application tailored for Windows, compatible with both Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems. Following installation, users can effortlessly summon Gemini from any screen by employing the 'Alt + Space' hotkey, a feature that can be personalized to suit individual preferences. The application boasts a clean and straightforward main interface, prominently displaying a prompt input field, a model selection dropdown, and a microphone icon at its core. A sidebar grants users easy access to their conversation history and account settings. The design ethos mirrors that of the web-based version, offering capabilities such as generating images and videos, as well as swiftly launching linked applications. Moreover, Google has introduced a standalone settings panel for the Windows iteration of Gemini, empowering users to oversee microphone, camera, and location permissions, review usage metrics and crash logs, and configure Gemini to launch automatically upon Windows login. It's noteworthy that Google had previously launched a standalone desktop Google Search application in April of the same year, with its primary emphasis on search functionality. This app facilitates searches across the internet, local files, installed applications, and content stored in Google Drive, and also incorporates AI Mode, Google Lens, and screen-sharing capabilities.