Google adds search to Play Store reviews to improve app discovery

What just happened? Most Android users rely on Play Store reviews to decide which apps to install. But sifting through hundreds – or even thousands – of reviews has rarely been convenient. Google is addressing that with a new search function that lets users find specific information within app reviews, a small but meaningful improvement to the Play Store experience.

The feature is now rolling out as part of the latest Play Store update, version 50.7.24-31. Google recently confirmed the release through its official support documentation, following months of limited testing.

To access the new review search, users need to open an app's listing and tap its star rating to reach the full "All reviews" page. A magnifying glass icon now appears just below the AI-generated review summary. Selecting it brings the review section to the top of the screen, revealing a new search bar. From there, entering a ...