alt + space shortcut

The Alt + Space shortcut on Windows is central to Google's new AI-powered desktop search app, which combines Google Drive, local file access, installed apps, and Lens-style visual lookup into a single keystroke. This integration turns the Windows desktop into a more searchable, assistant-driven workspace, marking Google's effort to embed itself deeper into the Windows workflow. The launch highlights the growing competition between Google and Microsoft in desktop AI, as both companies vie to define how users interact with their systems through quick shortcuts and intelligent search.