Set Timers
Type in “set timer for” followed by a number of minutes, or a specific hour you’d like an alert, and Google will graciously comply with an obnoxious beeping once the moment has arrived. Just make sure the volume’s on.
Wild Card
Sometimes a memory lapse leaves you searching for the right word. Instead of guessing, put an asterisk in the vacant spot and have the search engine figure it out for you.
Similar To
To encompass a wider definition than you’re currently searching for, add a “~” in front of the word, and Google will pull up results from similar terms as well
Flight Times
Instead of slogging through your airline’s website, just type in your flight number and get an easy look at all the important stuff: flight status, times, terminal, and gate.
Search a Specific Website
For a search you want specifically from a certain site, just type your term and then “site:” with the desired outlet.
Exclude Words
Sometimes, especially after a big news event, what you’re really looking for gets buried. To unearth what you need, put a minus sign in front of any terms you want excluded from your search.
Convert Units
Skip doing mathematics in your head and punch in the units you want to convert. Like “10 euros to dollars,” or “3 meters to feet.”
Either/Or
Divide terms with the word “or” or use the “|” key to make your search more fruitful if you’re not looking for something specific.