How to Disable Google AI Overviews in Chrome

The AI overview boxes appearing at the top of your Google searches can be intrusive and make it difficult to find direct links. You can bypass this by forcing Chrome to use a classic search query parameter that ignores AI-generated summaries.

Why this works

The udm=14 URL parameter is a specific command for Google servers that tells them to return only traditional web search results. Adding this as a custom search engine applies that parameter to every search you perform.

Steps

1. 01
   Open Chrome, click the three dots in the top right corner, and select Settings.
2. 02
   Click Search engine on the left menu, then select Manage search engines and site search.
3. 03
   Scroll down to the Site search section and click the Add button.
4. 04
   Enter Google web for the Name and @web for the Shortcut.
5. 05
   In the URL field, enter https://www.google.com/search?q=%s&udm=14 and click Add.
6. 06
   Click the three dots next to your new Google web entry in the list and select Make default.
7. 07
   Open a new tab and perform a search in the address bar to confirm the AI box no longer appears.

Still not working?

If you still see AI content, double-check that the URL in the custom search engine settings is typed exactly as shown, including the ?q=%s&udm=14 suffix. If your organization manages your Chrome browser via group policy, these settings might be locked or reset by your administrator.

Frequently asked questions

Will this delete my Google account history?

No, this only changes how the browser displays your search results. It does not affect your Google account settings or search history.

Does this work on mobile browsers?

The steps provided are for the desktop version of Chrome. While mobile versions allow search engine management, the interface and exact settings may vary by device.

Can I switch back to AI results later?

Yes, simply go back to your Search engine settings and click the three dots next to the standard Google entry to set it back as your default.

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