As writers we often have to be researchers. This is so much easier than it was in pre-internet days. Or is it?
Google searches are giving less choice, and the AI summary at the top of the results is often misleading or just plain wrong (or dangerous in the case of some medical and technical advice).
I remember learning search syntax in Health Informatics in the 90s, but I've become lazy in recent decades. This article reminded me the importance of accurate searching and gives some top tips for yielding the research you're actually looking for instead of what Google wants you to have.
Save it for later if it's too long a read for now.
open.substack.com
Google searches are giving less choice, and the AI summary at the top of the results is often misleading or just plain wrong (or dangerous in the case of some medical and technical advice).
I remember learning search syntax in Health Informatics in the 90s, but I've become lazy in recent decades. This article reminded me the importance of accurate searching and gives some top tips for yielding the research you're actually looking for instead of what Google wants you to have.
Save it for later if it's too long a read for now.
Google Has a Secret Reference Desk. Here's How to Use It.
40 Google features to find exactly what you need, the alternative search engines that do things Google won't, and the reference desk framework underneath all of it.
open.substack.com
