Category: <span>Google Search</span>

Responsive web design is Google’s recommended configuration when creating a #mobilefriendly site. With responsive web design, all devices get the same code and the same URLs, but the layout of the page changes based on the device. Read the entire article here Responsive web design is Google’s recommended configuration when creating a….

Google announced that you can now control your Nest thermostat directing in Google search by voice command on your Android phone or by letting Google Now interface with Nest. Read the entire article here Nest + Google Now = Google’s Now Predicting How Your Home Should Run.

The end of the year is almost upon us, but just like the rest of your life, search isn’t slowing down. Here’s a look at what was trending this week on Google: Read the article here: Official Google Blog: Through the Google lens: search trends November 28-December 5.

Last night, Google started rolling out the mobile-friendly text labels in the mobile search results. Read the entire article here Google Mobile Friendly Labels Are Now Official; Here Is How To Get Them.

If you are into reading Google tea leaves, here’s one that you might have missed.  The Official Google Blog changed its logo on July 8 to an animated microphone.  This is a nod to their emphasis on voice search and use of “OK Google” from any screen.

“I’m planning on extending my leave into 2015.” Read his post here On Leave.

A new study suggests that since  the top organic results are no longer always in the top-left corner where searchers expect them to be, they scan other areas of the SERP, trying to seek out the top organic listing, but being distracted by other elements along the way. Read the entire article here Eye Tracking […]

New rules coming to Google AdWords or AdWords Express in November will require third-party companies who manage Google’s advertising campaigns, to become more transparent. Read the entire article here: Google Tells Agencies To Be More Transparent 10/20/2014.

Here is a one minute lesson on improving search engine optimization for your .edu website. Read the entire article here: One Minute Training: SEO For Higher Education | LinkedIn.

“We’ve seen positive results, so we’re starting to use HTTPS as a ranking signal.” Read the entire article here: Official Google Webmaster Central Blog: HTTPS as a ranking signal.

By following the best practices described in Web Fundamentals you can build a responsive web design, which has long been Google’s recommendation for search-friendly sites. Read the entire article here Official Google Webmaster Central Blog: Promoting modern websites for modern devices in Google search results.

Starting today, you can say “Ok Google” on your Android device whenever the screen is on or your device is charging. Read the entire article here: “Ok Google” From Any Screen – Inside Search.