How to Install Gemini AI Extension on GNOME Desktop

 Want to engage with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) directly from your GNOME desktop? Meet Gemini, Google's answer to ChatGPT, and even more!

While Gemini has the potential to replace Google Assistant on your Android phone in the future, your AI satisfaction isn't limited to mobile devices. You can also access Gemini through your web browser at gemini.google.com. Not enough? You can bring it to your GNOME desktop with a handy extension and an API key.

Once installed, you can simply click the icon in the top bar, ask Gemini a question, and its response will appear in a dropdown. While Gemini can also generate images, the extension doesn't fully support this feature yet (images will appear as rows of black lines). Nonetheless, it remains a very convenient way to access the Gemini AI service.

Let's see how to add it to your GNOME desktop environment!

Installing the Gemini Extension

Prerequisites:

• Linux distribution with GNOME desktop environment
• Firefox web browser
• Free API key from Google AI Studio

Steps:

1. Open Firefox and Locate the Extension:

   Open your Firefox browser and navigate to the Gemini GNOME extension page.

2. Install the Extension:

   On the "Gemini AI ChatBot" extension page, click "Install" and confirm with "OK" when prompted (you may also need to enter your Linux user password).

   Note: Installing the "Gemini AI ChatBot" extension requires the Firefox browser.

3. Generate an API Key:

   The next step is to obtain an API key from Google AI Studio. Open the Google AI Studio page in your browser. Click "Get API key" at the top of the left sidebar. On the resulting page, click "Create API Key" near the middle.

   Tips:

   • When prompted, select "Generative Language Client" from the Google Cloud Projects dropdown menu, and then click "Create API Key" in the "Existing Project" section.

   Important:

   • Make sure you choose the correct entry from the dropdown menu.

4. Add Your API Key:

   Click the Gemini extension icon in the top bar, then click the "Gear" (Settings) icon to access the pop-up settings window. In the pop-up window, paste your key into the "Gemini API Key" field. Once done, click "Save".

   Optional:

   You can also choose to "Remember talk history" which will save your conversations between login sessions.

5. Use the Gemini Extension:

   Once everything is set up, click the Gemini icon and type your question.

   Gemini will respond to your query in a pop-up window. Your chat history will be preserved until you log out of GNOME.

Enjoy Conversational AI on Your GNOME Desktop

With the Gemini GNOME extension, you can have engaging and informative conversations with an advanced AI right from your GNOME desktop. Ask it questions, seek its insights, and explore the possibilities of AI-powered interaction. Remember to replace the placeholder text with your actual API key when setting up the extension.