Google Gemini Now Lets All Users Upload and Analyze Files

Google has made a major update to its Google Gemini tool, allowing users across all tiers—both free and paid—to upload and analyze files directly. This new feature, now available on the web, Android, and iOS platforms, enhances how users interact with their documents, making it easier to summarize and analyze content on the go.

Simple File Upload Process

To use the feature, all you need to do is tap the “+” icon, then select ‘Files’ to upload a document from your device or Google Drive. Gemini supports a variety of file types, such as PDFs and plain text files, giving users flexibility in the documents they wish to analyze. However, some restrictions apply for free users.

While free-tier users can upload up to 10 files at once, there’s a cap on how many files can be handled at a time. After reaching this limit, users will need to wait a few hours for the upload capacity to reset. This limits the number of files you can analyze in one sitting, but still provides plenty of options to manage and explore your documents.

Benefits for Paid Users

Paid subscribers, on the other hand, get access to a higher token limit, supporting up to one million tokens. Additionally, those on the Gemini Advanced plan—priced at USD 20 per month—gain access to exclusive features like Deep Research, custom Gems, Saved Info, and Recall. These tools elevate the functionality of Gemini for more advanced tasks and research.

What You Can Upload and Analyze

Free-tier users can upload various file formats for summarization and analysis, but there are still some restrictions. Files such as spreadsheets and code documents remain accessible only to those with a paid subscription. Despite this, the new feature significantly broadens the accessibility of Gemini’s capabilities for everyone.

A Step Toward Broader Access

Google first rolled out the upload-and-analyze tool late last year, but it was previously gated behind the premium subscription. With the recent update, Google has made this feature available to all users, regardless of whether they subscribe to the paid version. This move promises to increase Gemini’s popularity and utility among a wider audience, as more users will now be able to utilize it for tasks like content summarization and document analysis.

Whether you’re analyzing a research paper, summarizing meeting notes, or reviewing a contract, this update makes Gemini an even more powerful tool for everyday users. The move to include everyone, regardless of subscription status, is a clear signal that Google is committed to making AI tools accessible and useful to a broader audience. So, are you ready to start uploading and analyzing your files with Gemini? Now everyone can dive in!