Knowledge Graph facts for kids
The Knowledge Graph (also known as Knowledge Panel) is a special feature you see when you search on Google. It gathers facts from many places, like the CIA World Factbook, Wikidata, and Wikipedia. It helps you quickly find important information and pictures about people, places, or things.
Google first launched the Knowledge Graph in 2012. Since then, it has grown a lot. Google says it answers about one out of every three searches! When you search for something popular, Google often shows a Knowledge Panel. This panel puts all the important facts in one easy-to-read box. The information from the Knowledge Graph also helps Google Assistant answer your questions when you speak to it. Some people wish it would show where it gets its information from.
What is the Knowledge Graph?
The Knowledge Graph is like a huge collection of facts that Google uses. It connects information about different things, like people, places, and ideas. For example, if you search for a famous person, the Knowledge Graph might show their birth date, what they are known for, and pictures.
How it Works
Google collects information from many trusted sources across the internet. It then organizes this information to understand how different facts are related. This helps Google give you direct answers to your questions, often right at the top of your search results. It's designed to give you key facts quickly without needing to click on many links.
When You See It
You will often see a Knowledge Panel when you search for:
- Famous people (like scientists or artists)
- Well-known places (like cities or landmarks)
- Popular topics (like movies or animals)
- Organizations or companies
The panel usually appears on the right side of your computer screen or at the top on your phone. It gives you a quick summary of the most important details about what you searched for.
See Also
- In Spanish: Google Knowledge Graph para niños
