Nov 14 – Microsoft has introduced two official ways for users to disable AI-generated answer summaries in its Bing search engine, giving people more control over how they browse the internet.
The options allow users to switch off AI-generated answers and return to a more traditional search experience, where they can browse website links, compare information and check sources independently.
Microsoft explained the options in a post published on its official Bing Search Blog on Nov 11.
Option 1: Install the Microsoft Bing AI Search Choice Extension
The first method involves installing the Microsoft Bing AI Search Choice browser extension.
The extension is available for both Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. It provides a simple toggle that allows users to turn AI-generated answers on or off.
Once activated, the selected preference applies across Bing searches. This means users do not need to change the setting every time they search.
However, there is an important detail to consider. Installing the extension also sets Bing as the browser’s default search engine. For Chrome users, it also opens Bing when a new tab is created, according to Astro AWANI’s report.
The extension is currently available as a preview version.
Option 2: Add “-ai” to Your Search
Users who do not want to install an additional extension can choose the second method.
They simply need to add -ai at the end of their Bing search query.
For example, instead of searching:
“Why is the sky blue?”
Users can enter:
“Why is the sky blue -ai”
This tells Bing to display search results without an AI-generated answer for that particular query.
Unlike the browser extension, this method does not require installation or changes to the browser’s default search engine.
However, users must add the “-ai” operator whenever they want to exclude AI answers from an individual search.
Microsoft Wants Users to Have More Control
Microsoft said its research shows that users want the freedom to decide when AI should be part of their search experience.
While AI-generated summaries can provide quick answers, some people prefer traditional search results when researching topics, comparing facts or checking information from different websites.
The company believes users should be able to choose between AI-powered assistance and conventional web searches.
The two options therefore give Bing users greater flexibility, depending on their individual needs and preferences.
Source : AWANI | Rewritten By Minutesmy
