How to Permanently Block Google's Intrusive AI Mode Tab From Search Results?

Why Does Google's Terrible AI Mode Keep Appearing and How Can You Remove It Forever?

Google placed their AI Mode tab right where millions of users expect to find the "All" tab. This isn't an accident. It's a deliberate move to force interaction with their AI features.

The AI Mode appeared first in the United States back in March 2025 with Google's Gemini 2.0 launch. Now it's spreading to other countries like India. Many users find this change disruptive to their normal search habits.

Why Google Won't Let You Turn Off AI Mode

Google doesn't provide a built-in option to remove the AI Mode tab. They want users to click on it. By placing it where the familiar "All" tab used to be, they're banking on muscle memory and accidental clicks.

This strategy works. Users automatically click where they expect the "All" tab to be. Each accidental click counts as engagement with Google's AI features. Higher engagement numbers help Google justify their AI investments to shareholders and advertisers.

The AI Mode shows up whether you're signed into your Google account or not. It's not tied to your personal settings. It's a system-wide change that affects everyone.

What AI Mode Actually Does

AI Mode changes how Google displays search results. Instead of the traditional list of web links, it shows:

• AI-generated summaries at the top
• Fewer traditional web results
• More visual elements and cards
• Conversational-style responses

Some users prefer this format. Others find it slower and less precise than regular search results. The choice should be yours.

Step-by-Step Guide to Remove AI Mode

The most reliable way to hide the AI Mode tab uses uBlock Origin, a popular ad blocker. Here's how:

For Chrome, Firefox, and Edge Users

1. Install uBlock Origin if you don't have it already
2. Open the uBlock Origin dashboard by clicking the extension icon
3. Navigate to "My Filters" in the dashboard menu
4. Copy and paste this code into the text area:

   ! Google - Hide the "AI Mode" tab
   www.google.*##[role="navigation"] [role="list"]>[role="listitem"]:has([href^="/search"][href*="&udm=50"])

5. Click "Apply Changes" to save your settings

For Brave Browser Users

Brave has built-in ad blocking, so the process differs slightly:

1. Go to Brave Settings
2. Find "Shields" in the left menu
3. Click on "Content Filtering"
4. Enable "Developer mode"
5. Paste the same code in the "Create custom filters" section
6. Save your changes

Testing Your Changes

After applying the filter:

1. Open Google in a new tab
2. Search for anything
3. The AI Mode tab should be gone
4. Only the regular tabs (All, Images, Videos, etc.) should appear

Alternative Solutions

If you can't use uBlock Origin, consider these options:

Switch Search Engines

• DuckDuckGo offers privacy-focused search
• Bing provides similar results without AI Mode
• Startpage uses Google results without tracking

Use Google's Classic Interface

• Some users report success with specific URL parameters
• These methods may stop working as Google updates their system

Browser Extensions

• Look for extensions specifically designed to modify Google's interface
• Check user reviews before installing any extension

Why This Matters for Your Browsing

Removing unwanted interface elements improves your search experience in several ways:

• Faster searches - No accidental clicks on unwanted features
• Cleaner interface - Less visual clutter on the search page
• Consistent experience - The search tabs stay where you expect them
• Better productivity - No interruptions from AI-generated content you don't want

Keep Your Filter Updated

Google regularly updates their search interface. The filter code might need updates too. If the AI Mode tab reappears:

• Check uBlock Origin's filter lists for updates
• Look for new versions of the custom filter code
• Consider joining online communities that track these changes

The current filter code targets Google's specific HTML structure for the AI Mode tab. As long as Google keeps using similar code patterns, this solution should continue working.

Your search experience should work the way you want it to. These steps give you control over Google's interface changes, letting you focus on finding information instead of dealing with unwanted features.