Preview and edit files inside Gemini chats
Gemini can generate, preview and edit files within a chat. Expand the preview to make direct edits or highlight a section for Gemini to refine. PDFs work on web and mobile; other supported formats are web-only.
Source checked November 2, 2026
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EDITORIAL TAKEAWAY
Try a short document made from notes you can share. Review the preview and any AI edits before using the file.
Before you try it
- Announced October 29 for all users and languages where the Gemini app is available.
- PDF preview and editing support web and mobile. Google Docs, Sheets, slide decks, Markdown, text and code support web only.
A small next step
Our suggested way to explore the change.
- Ask Gemini for a one-page draft from your own notes.
- Open the preview and edit one sentence directly.
- Highlight a section for a focused revision, then compare the result with your notes.
Go to the source
Google · Edit files directly in Gemini ↗Availability can change. Check the maker's current requirements before making a decision.