Search Engine Autocomplete based on Relevance or Popularity?

1. What is Autocomplete based on?
2. Is Google Autocomplete personalized?
3. What algorithm does Google use for Autocomplete?
4. How do I influence Google Autocomplete?

What is Autocomplete based on?

Autocomplete predictions reflect real searches that have been done on Google. To determine what predictions to show, our systems look for common queries that match what someone starts to enter into the search box but also consider: The language of the query. The location a query is coming from.

Is Google Autocomplete personalized?

If you're signed in to your Google Account and have Personal results turned on, you might also get personalized predictions and recommendations in Google Search. If you don't want to get these predictions and recommendations, turn off Personal results.

What algorithm does Google use for Autocomplete?

The Autocomplete feature is powered by RankBrain, a key component of Google's machine learning search algorithm, that uses deep learning that helps users get better results.

How do I influence Google Autocomplete?

The first step to influencing auto-suggest results is to select the suggestion phrase you want, and then create a website address for Google that represents that search. If you Google search “Andy Warhol modeling agency”, the resulting search page will have a very specific URL, not just the standard “google.com”.