Opal
Google Labs tool for building and sharing AI mini-apps from plain-language descriptions.
Introduction
Opal lets you create multi-step AI mini-apps by describing them in natural language or by arranging steps in a visual editor. Apps are hosted automatically and can be shared with specific people or via a public link. You can also remix examples from the gallery.
- Added on
- Nov 2, 2026
- Website
- opal.google
- Pricing model
- Free
Product information
What is Opal?
Opal, from Google Labs, is a platform for discovering, building, editing and deploying AI mini-apps without writing code, by chaining prompts, model calls and tools.
How to use Opal?
Remix an Opal from the Gallery, describe a new one in the natural-language editor, or build it step by step in the visual editor using User Input, Generate and Output steps.
Core features of Opal
- No-code AI mini-app creation
- Natural-language building and editing
- Node-based visual editor
- Instant hosting and sharing
- Gallery of demo Opals
- Console for debugging
Use cases of Opal
- 1Generate blog posts from a topic
- 2Make Google Doodle-style apps that look up historical events
- 3Solve math problems from screenshots with explanations
- 4Generate DJ tracks based on mood
- 5Show historical events for a user's birthday
Frequently asked questions about Opal
Can I share the Opals I create?+
Yes. You can share with specific people or publish a public link, and unpublish whenever you like.
Does Opal keep a version history?+
Yes, edits are saved automatically and you can restore an earlier version, which permanently removes newer ones.
What kinds of steps can an Opal include?+
User Input steps, Generate steps for model interactions, and Output steps that control how results appear.
Which category is Opal in?+
Opal is listed under AI App Builder.