Google has introduced a toggle option that allows users to disable the AI-powered search feature in Google Photos, responding to user feedback about the new functionality.

The company recently rolled out 'Ask Photos,' an artificial intelligence-powered search tool that uses generative AI to help users find images through natural language queries. However, the feature generated complaints from some users who preferred the traditional search experience.

In response to this feedback, Google has now added a selection option on the Google Photos search screen. Users can choose between the new AI-powered search experience and what the company calls 'fast classic search,' which maintains the previous functionality.

The toggle gives users control over their search experience within the Photos app, allowing them to opt out of the generative AI features if they prefer the original interface. This change represents Google's effort to balance innovation with user preferences as it continues to integrate AI features across its product suite.

The move comes as tech companies increasingly face pushback from users who want more control over AI features in their applications. Google's decision to provide an easy opt-out option suggests the company is prioritizing user choice while still offering new AI capabilities to those who want them.