Google has removed the documentation for its Notes feature, following the end of this experimental function in Search and Discover.
Key points
Documentation removal: Google has taken down all documentation related to the Notes feature.
Feature discontinuation: The Notes experiment, launched in November 2023, is no longer available.
Data retention: Users who created notes can download their content via Google Takeout until the end of August 2024.
Feature overview: Notes allowed users to leave and read comments on search results and Discover content, aiming to blend forum discussions, community annotations, and comments sections.
Future implications: Despite mixed reception, Google states it will integrate learnings from Notes into future products, expressing enthusiasm for testing new ways to connect people with authentic voices.
This update marks the official end of the Notes experiment, which lasted less than a year from its initial launch.
