Google is testing a change to how AI Overviews are displayed on desktop. The new design takes up less space in the SERP, appearing shorter overall. We’re assuming this is a new test after comparing it directly with the older, longer version.
Here is the new AI Overview, showing in a shorter format.
Here is the old AI Overview, showing in a longer format.
If this is indeed a new test, it could be a positive shift for organic sites ranking below the AI Overview. A shorter AI Overview leaves more room for organic results to catch users’ attention, potentially increasing clicks for those websites.
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