As AI chatbots become more common, many internet users now rely on multiple conversational platforms every day to handle questions and tasks.
A common frustration, however, is that when users switch from one chatbot to another, they usually have to restart their conversations from the beginning because previous chat histories do not carry over.
Growing Use of AI Chatbots Highlights Frustration Over Lost Conversation History
Google is reportedly experimenting with a new feature for its AI assistant, Gemini, that may allow users to bring in conversations from other major chatbots such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and others.
A report by TestingCatalog revealed that a new option has appeared inside Gemini’s attachment menu, suggesting that users may soon be able to transfer entire chat threads into the platform.
Google reportedly labels this option as “Import AI chats,” and the feature would let users export their conversations from another AI service, upload the file into Gemini, and continue the discussion without losing previous context or shared media.
Gemini May Soon Retain Context from Chats Imported from Other AI Platforms
This system would allow Gemini to reference earlier discussions that originally took place in another chatbot, preserving both the information exchanged and the overall flow of the conversation.
As a result, people who have been long-time users of ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar AI tools could experience a more personalised interaction instead of starting over with a blank slate.
The feature has been compared to the process of transferring WhatsApp conversations between Android and iOS devices, as it could make moving from a competing chatbot to Google’s AI assistant much smoother.
At present, the “Import AI chats” option appears in the Gemini web version as a beta feature, which means it is not yet publicly accessible to all users.
The tool is reportedly located under the attachment icon at the bottom of the chat input box on the Gemini website, and it provides guidance on how to import chats from platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, or Grok.
A broader global release is expected in the coming weeks, potentially making the feature available to users worldwide.
