Google Photos introduced a toggle letting users switch instantly between Gemini-powered Ask Photos and classic keyword search, without navigating through settings. The addition responds to user complaints about irrelevant AI results and the previous absence of a quick way back to classic search, following a mid-2025 rollout pause. Users can now choose their preferred search mode per query, though Google still applies its own judgment about which system fits, and non-adopters must complete onboarding before accessing the AI option.