How to use the Circle to Search feature on Galaxy devices

Circle to Search is a Google-powered feature on Galaxy devices that allows you to quickly search for information about what you see on your screen — including images, videos or text by using a simple gesture with your finger or the S Pen. Learn how to utilise Circle to Search to easily search for image information across the Gallery app, web, social media, and more.

*Image simulated. Certain Galaxy AI features requires Samsung and Google Account. Internet connection may be required to use some features. AI Features will be provided free of charge until the end of 2025 on supported Samsung Galaxy devices.

*Requires internet connection. Mobile data fees may apply. Circle to search feature must be enabled. May not work on all visual elements. Google SafeSearch filter applies.

This distinctive feature enables you to swiftly search the internet for items of interest in an image or text without changing applications or typing out your search query. Simply use your finger or an S-pen to encircle the item or text of interest, and it will automatically trigger a search. This feature functions on all applications that permit screen capture.

With an internet connection, an image on your Galaxy phone's screen, and a few short steps, you can conduct an internet search by simply circling an object of interest in an image.

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