How to Use Google Lens on Android

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Google Lens interface

   Locate the Google app on your home screen or app drawer. Tap the multicolored camera icon located inside the search bar to initialize the Google Lens viewfinder.

   Note: You can also trigger Lens by long-pressing the home button or using the Google Assistant voice command: Hey Google, open Lens.
2. 30 sec

   Choose your capture mode

   Scroll through the carousel menu at the bottom of the viewfinder. Select the appropriate mode for your task, such as Translate, Text, Search, or Homework.

   Note: Search is the default mode and performs a general visual identification of objects within the frame.
3. 1 min

   Focus and capture the subject

   Point your camera at the object or text you wish to analyze. Ensure the subject is well-lit and centered, then tap the shutter button or wait for the interface to display white dots over identifiable elements.

   Note: Tap specific points on your screen to manually adjust focus and exposure if the subject appears blurry.
4. 1 min

   Process the visual data

   Once the results populate, tap the highlighted areas to view details. If using Translate mode, the app will overlay the translated text directly onto the original image.

   Note: Select Copy Text to send extracted information directly to your clipboard for use in other applications.
5. 1 min

   Perform local or gallery searches

   Tap the image icon in the top right corner of the viewfinder to access your device gallery. Select any existing photograph to perform an analysis on images stored locally on your device.

   Note: Use this feature to identify plants, products, or landmarks from photos taken previously.