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GenTabs / Disco Basics

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What is GenTabs in Google Disco?

GenTabs (in Google Disco) is a feature that turns a set of open tabs into a custom, task-oriented experience. Instead of just summarizing, it creates a structured output—like a plan, comparison matrix, or memo—based on your tabs.

2

What's the difference between GenTabs and 'Tab Groups'?

Tab groups simply organize your browser tabs. GenTabs uses the content of those tabs to generate a new, useful document or interface for you.

3

Do I need a Google account?

Yes. Google Labs features like Disco typically require a personal Google account and are often limited to specific regions (like the US) during the preview phase.

4

Where should I start?

We recommend picking a concrete goal from our Use Cases. It will tell you exactly which tabs to open and provide the prompt to run.

About Gentabs AI

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What is Gentabs AI?

Gentabs AI is an independent educational hub. We provide expert-crafted prompt packs, how-to guides, and updates for GenTabs. We are also building our own LLM-based prototype inspired by these workflows.

2

Is Gentabs AI affiliated with Google?

No. Gentabs AI is an independent project. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Google.

3

Is Gentabs AI free?

Yes. All our guides, use cases, and prompt packs are free to use. Future advanced features (like our hosted prototype) may have optional premium tiers.

4

How do I use this site?

Browse our Prompt Library or Use Cases. Copy the prompt, open your tabs, and paste the prompt into your AI tool.

Prompt Packs

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Can I use these prompts without Disco?

Yes. While designed for GenTabs, our prompts work well in ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini. You just need to manually provide the source text or links since those tools can't 'see' your open tabs automatically.

2

What makes a 'good' GenTabs prompt?

A good prompt defines a clear output structure (e.g., 'a table with columns X, Y, Z'), requires specific citations, and sets constraints on length and tone.

3

Why are results sometimes inconsistent?

LLMs can vary by run. To improve consistency, use our 'Force Citations' prompts and try to provide cleaner input tabs (close irrelevant ones).

Accuracy & Citations

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How do I force real citations?

Use the command: 'Use ONLY the open tabs. Link each claim to a source URL. Mark any info without a source as [Uncertain].' Our prompt packs include this by default.

2

How do I reduce hallucinations?

Ask for a 'Source Map' in the output. If the AI cannot point to a specific URL for a fact, it should omit it or flag it. Explicitly instructing it to 'admit what isn't found' drastically reduces made-up info.

Access & Compatibility

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Is GenTabs available to everyone?

Not yet. It is an experimental feature in Google Labs / Disco. Availability changes often. Check your Labs settings.

2

How do I get on the waitlist?

You can express interest via the Google Labs waitlist. Note that we (Gentabs AI) cannot grant access to Google's tools.

3

Are there alternatives if I can't get access?

Yes. Our Prototype (in progress) aims to offer a similar 'tabs-to-action' experience using your own API keys or local LLMs.

Ready to get to work?

Pick a use case, copy the prompt pack, and turn your tabs into an action plan.