Google Search Console rolled out a new feature on November 4, 2026 that lets users select multiple device types in the performance report. The change follows a similar multi-select rollout for country filters a month earlier. Marketers can now compare desktop, mobile and tablet data side-by-side without switching views.
What happened
Google Search Console has introduced the ability to select more than one device type, desktop, mobile and tablet, within its performance report. The update was announced on November 4, 2026 and was quickly confirmed by users who saw the option appear in their accounts. A screenshot shared by Dan Richardson on X shows the new multi-select interface, with check-boxes that let analysts tick any combination of devices. This mirrors the multi-select country filter that Google added a month earlier, extending the console’s flexibility for granular analysis.
Why it matters
Device performance has long been a core metric for SEO and paid-search teams. Until now, analysts had to run separate reports for each device, export the data, and manually stitch the results together. That workflow was time-consuming and introduced opportunities for error. With multi-select, marketers can instantly view how a page ranks on desktop versus mobile versus tablet in a single table. The feature makes it easier to spot discrepancies, such as a page that ranks well on desktop but drops on mobile, so teams can prioritize fixes faster. It also reduces the friction of cross-device reporting, freeing up time for strategic work rather than data wrangling. The broader trend suggests Google is listening to user feedback and aiming to make the console more adaptable for complex, real-world analysis.
What this means for marketers
The new filter streamlines cross-device optimization. Marketers can quickly identify if a page’s click-through rate falls on mobile, prompting a review of page speed, mobile-first design or structured data. The insight can also inform budget decisions; if mobile drives the majority of clicks, spend can be shifted toward mobile-focused campaigns. For agencies that rely on high-quality landing pages, such as ADFLU’s verified lead generation service, the ability to ensure consistent performance across devices helps improve lead quality and conversion rates. The feature also supports autonomous SEO efforts by providing a clearer picture of how Google’s AI-driven search results vary by device, allowing more precise targeting of content upgrades.
"I confirmed that I know see the option for multi-select in my accounts as well." the author
The bottom line
Google Search Console’s multi-select device filters remove a long-standing hurdle in performance analysis. Marketers now have a clearer, faster view of how content behaves on different devices, enabling smarter SEO and ad decisions. The update is live now, and users should start testing the new filter to refine their cross-device strategies.