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Circle to Search

A smarter way to search,
simplified.

Circle to Search helps you find the information you need, without needing to switch apps. Just see it, circle it, then instantly find it.

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One gesture,
many possibilities.

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    Find it.

    Find every piece of an outfit on just one single search.
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    Translate it.

    Your new interpreter is here. Search it to translate what’s on your screen.
  • A  matcha mont blanc dessert is circled and used as an example to show how the AI overview capability works on Circle to Search.

    Learn it.

    Get informative summaries with one simple gesture.
  • A fraudulent text message on a phone screen, with Google's AI Overview identifying it as a likely scam.

    Spot it.

    Identify the telltale signs of fraudulent texts and avoid getting deceived by scammers.
  • A person holding a mic and signing is used as an example for the song finder capability for Circle to Search.

    Name it.

    Recognize that tune, quick. Search songs playing on your device and around you.1

Get the answers
you need.

How do I activate Circle to Search on my Pixel phone?

  • On 3-button navigation mode, touch and hold the Home button.
  • On gesture navigation mode, touch and hold the navigation bar.

How is Circle to Search different from other search engines?

You can search anything on your screen with a gesture, such as circle, tap, scribble, or highlight.

Do I need to make Chrome my default browser for Circle to Search to work?

You do not need Chrome to be your default browser for Circle to Search to work.

I have an iPhone. Can Circle to Search still work for me?

Yes, iPhone users can access a feature similar to Google's "Circle to Search" through the Google app and the Google Chrome app on their iPhones. This feature, called "Search Screen with Google Lens," allows you to search for objects or text on your screen by circling or highlighting them.

Do I need to download Circle to Search on my phone?

You do not need to download Circle to Search on an Android device.

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1 Availability may vary by country and device. Internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Will not identify if phone volume is off. Results may vary depending on audio matches.

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