Want to Know If Google AI Is Summarizing Your Blog? Here's a Handy Tool
If you run a blog, you’ve probably noticed how Google now shows quick AI answers at the top of some searches. It's called the AI Overview Detector for Google Search Tool in Blogger, and it gives users an instant summary—often without even clicking on a link.
That sounds helpful… unless you're the one trying to get visitors to your site.
I faced this problem too, which is why I started using a little tool that checks if Google is showing an AI-generated summary for the keywords I care about.
What This Tool Actually Does
You type in a search phrase—like “how to monetize a Blogger blog”—and it scans Google to see if there's an AI Overview shown at the top. If it finds one, it tells you:
- That an AI summary is being displayed
- What kind of content is included
- Whether or not your site is mentioned
Think of it as a peek behind the scenes of how Google’s AI treats your content.
Why I Started Using It
At first, I didn’t really think much of the new AI results in Google. But over time, I noticed fewer clicks coming from searches I used to rank well for. That’s when I realized Google was showing answers directly in the search page—and mine weren’t part of them.
This tool helped me figure out:
- Where I was getting skipped
- What kind of answers Google was featuring
- How I could adjust my writing to match that style
It’s not a magic fix, but it’s been a really useful guide.
How to Use the Tool
It’s honestly pretty straightforward:
- Enter a keyword you want to check.
- Let the tool scan Google’s current results.
- It shows you whether there’s an AI overview and what’s included.
That’s it. No need to dig through search pages manually.
Tips That Helped Me Show Up More Often
After playing around with the tool, I noticed some patterns. Here are a few things that helped my content get closer to being featured:
- Start posts with a quick, clear answer to the main question.
- Use simple headings that match what users type into Google.
- Add short summaries or key points near the top.
- Don’t overcomplicate—write the way you speak.
Basically, Google likes helpful, easy-to-read content. The more straightforward, the better.
Final Thoughts
Search results are changing, fast. Tools like this one give small bloggers like us a way to stay in the game.
If your traffic’s been weird lately or you’re not seeing growth from search, it’s worth checking if AI Overviews are affecting your niche. This tool can help you understand what’s happening—and how to respond.
I’ve used it to tweak a few of my posts, and I’ve seen some gains already. Give it a try and see what it tells you.
