Google has a secret reference desk

Here's how to use it.

19 Mar 2026

In recent years, the internet has become, in some ways, more difficult to use (or, at least, less helpful). And so, we need all the useful tools we can get (which is why I've been sharing links about RSS readers and indie tool-kits lately).

Today, I offer you forty Google features to find exactly what you need, the alternative search engines that do things Google won't, and the reference desk framework underneath all of it.

Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This particular issue links to a post on Card Catalog.

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