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title: "Researching and customizing software recommendations on G2"
slug: "researching-and-customizing-software-recommendations-on-g2"
updated: 2025-09-18T23:03:09Z
published: 2025-09-18T23:03:09Z
canonical: "documentation.g2.com/researching-and-customizing-software-recommendations-on-g2"
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> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://documentation.g2.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Researching and customizing software recommendations on G2

If you are researching software, G2 can help you narrow down your options:

Start with the [G2 Assistant](https://www.g2.com/assistant) and enter your requirements to receive curated software suggestions.

![G2's ai assistant generates curated software suggestions](https://cdn.document360.io/1759d01c-b118-4f31-81f7-e4011071a6d4/Images/Documentation/general-help-ai-assistant.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T04%3A56%3A51Z&se=2026-11-10T05%3A56%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=l4p0ozCrZt%2Fy1dBcsqesvtYofbwyVghihc5lXf%2F1o7I%3D)

Use the [Compare Tool](https://www.g2.com/compare) to view side-by-side comparisons of up to four products based on real user reviews. You can add up to 4 products for comparison.

![G2's compare tool](https://cdn.document360.io/1759d01c-b118-4f31-81f7-e4011071a6d4/Images/Documentation/general-help-compare-tool.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T04%3A56%3A51Z&se=2026-11-10T05%3A56%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=l4p0ozCrZt%2Fy1dBcsqesvtYofbwyVghihc5lXf%2F1o7I%3D)

These tools enable you to make confident software buying decisions using insights from peers.

## Updating the list of products you use

G2 recommends keeping the list of products you use up to date. This helps personalize your experience and ensures G2 recommendations and communications are relevant to your tools.

![Add a product button within the G2 User Profile](https://cdn.document360.io/1759d01c-b118-4f31-81f7-e4011071a6d4/Images/Documentation/general-help-add-a-product.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T04%3A56%3A51Z&se=2026-11-10T05%3A56%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=l4p0ozCrZt%2Fy1dBcsqesvtYofbwyVghihc5lXf%2F1o7I%3D)

To keep your G2 profile up to date:

1. Log into your [G2 profile](https://www.g2.com).
2. Select **Welcome {your name}**, then select **My Software**.
3. In the *My Products* panel, select **Add a product**.