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Troiana field guide · general AI assistant

How to use Gemini

Working across large source material and Google-oriented workflows, especially when the relevant documents and context already live in your Google account.

Where to find it

Start at https://gemini.google.com/. A native Gemini app is documented for macOS; Gemini is also available on the web..

Desktop app and setup

Google documents the Mac app for macOS 15 or later. Availability and advanced features can vary by account, plan, country, and rollout.

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Your first useful workflow

  1. Sign in at gemini.google.com or install the macOS app if it is available for your account and device.
  2. Give the task, intended reader, and output format before adding source material.
  3. Ask Gemini to separate supported facts, assumptions, and open questions.
  4. For a document or research task, inspect citations and source excerpts before sharing the output.

What to watch for

New Gemini features are frequently rolled out gradually. Confirm that a feature is available on your account before building a workflow around it.

Go deeper with Troiana

Use the platform-specific techniques, prompt patterns, and verification habits in the Troiana AI Hub once you have completed the initial setup.

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