Google users have been delighted by a charming Easter egg hidden on the search engine. When searching for ‘dogs’ or ‘cats’, users are greeted with a fun surprise. A ‘dogs’ search reveals a purple button next to the word ‘Dogs’. Clicking on this button triggers a pawprint to stretch across the screen, with more pawprints appearing with each click. Each click also results in a delightful bark sound. Similarly, searching for ‘cats’ produces meow sounds with each click. This delightful discovery was shared by a TikTok user, garnering appreciation from followers who found the feature ‘cute’ and ‘adorable’.
The Easter egg adds to Google’s array of surprises, complementing its well-known Doodles. This discovery comes as people continue to enjoy and engage with Google’s various offerings beyond its search engine, including services like Gmail, YouTube, and hardware products like the Pixel smartphone and Fitbit.
The origins of Google’s name have sparked curiosity, with some speculating it stands for ‘Global Organisation of Oriented Language Experts’, though this claim lacks concrete evidence. In reality, Google is derived from ‘Googol’, a term for the number represented by 1 followed by 100 zeros. Founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin at Stanford University, Google has truly revolutionised how people access information online. From its humble beginnings in a dorm room developing a search engine known as Backrub, to becoming a household name synonymous with internet search, Google’s impact on the digital landscape is undeniable.
The hidden Easter egg featuring barks and meows for dogs and cats searches is just one example of Google’s creativity and playful approach to engaging its users. As technology continues to evolve, Google remains at the forefront, surprising and delighting users with innovative features and services that enhance their online experience.