5 ways to search what you see with Google Lens
April 10, 2025
LawrenceNelson
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If you're new to Google Lens or just looking to up your game, here's how you can make the most of this cool tool on both Android and iOS devices. Let's dive into some of our favorite ways to use Lens to explore the world around you.
Point your camera and ask a question
Ever wondered about that intriguing piece of art at the museum? Just whip out your camera and point it at the object. Ask away, and you'll get an AI-generated overview packed with key info and links to dive deeper. Feeling chatty? Go ahead and ask your question out loud as you snap a pic—it's as easy as asking a buddy about something you're curious about.
Find helpful context with "About this image"
You know the saying, "Seeing is believing"? Well, sometimes it's good to double-check. If you come across an image online or anywhere else and want more context, the "About this image" feature in Lens has got you covered. It'll show you how the image is used across different pages, giving you insights from news and fact-checking sites.
Image credit: “Lenticular Cloud over Harold's Cross Dublin Ireland taken at 11:30AM, 30th June 2015” by Omnisource5, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Search what you see on desktop, with Lens in Chrome
When you're cruising the web on your desktop, Lens in Chrome makes it a breeze to search and ask questions about anything that catches your eye—without even leaving your current tab. Just hit the Lens icon in the address bar, click or drag to select whatever you're curious about, and voila! Helpful results pop up in a side panel, and you can even refine your search or ask more questions.
Get product details instantly
Spotted something you fancy while shopping? Snap a pic with Lens, and bam! You'll instantly see product details like prices, deals, reviews, and where to snag it. And if you're in a store, you get the bonus of checking if similar items are in stock, comparing prices, and reading shopper reviews.
Summarize or copy text from a photo
Got text in a photo, even if it's handwritten? Use Lens to snap it, and you can get a summary, ask questions about the content, or copy it right to your clipboard. Depending on what you ask, Lens might even highlight specific parts of the image, like pointing out the veggie options on a restaurant menu.
Curious about something you see? Let Lens and its AI magic help you out. For more handy tips on using Lens, check out this post.
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GregoryRodriguez
April 12, 2025 at 1:21:28 PM GMT
Google Lens is a lifesaver! I used it to identify a weird plant in my backyard and it was spot on. The only thing is, sometimes it takes a bit too long to process. Still, super handy for quick searches on the go!
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ThomasLewis
April 11, 2025 at 8:42:37 AM GMT
Google Lensは本当に便利ですね！庭の変わった植物を調べたら、ぴったり当てはまりました。ただ、処理に時間がかかることがあるのが難点です。でも、外出先での素早い検索には最適です！
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DonaldSanchez
April 12, 2025 at 3:14:39 PM GMT
구글 렌즈 정말 유용해요! 제 정원에 있는 이상한 식물을 알아봤는데 딱 맞췄어요. 다만, 처리 시간이 좀 걸리는 게 단점이네요. 그래도 외출 중에 빠르게 검색할 때는 최고예요!
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EricNelson
April 12, 2025 at 11:43:36 AM GMT
Google Lens é um salva-vidas! Usei para identificar uma planta estranha no meu quintal e foi certeiro. A única coisa é que às vezes demora um pouco para processar. Ainda assim, super útil para buscas rápidas em movimento!
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AnthonyJohnson
April 10, 2025 at 7:30:19 PM GMT
¡Google Lens es un salvavidas! Lo usé para identificar una planta extraña en mi jardín y fue preciso. Lo único es que a veces tarda un poco en procesar. Aún así, súper útil para búsquedas rápidas en movimiento!
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JackPerez
April 10, 2025 at 10:51:59 PM GMT
Google Lens is a game-changer! I love how I can just point my camera at something and get instant info. It's super handy for identifying plants or translating signs. The only downside is it sometimes struggles with low light. Still, a must-have tool! 📸
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April 10, 2025
LawrenceNelson
42
If you're new to Google Lens or just looking to up your game, here's how you can make the most of this cool tool on both Android and iOS devices. Let's dive into some of our favorite ways to use Lens to explore the world around you.
Point your camera and ask a question
Ever wondered about that intriguing piece of art at the museum? Just whip out your camera and point it at the object. Ask away, and you'll get an AI-generated overview packed with key info and links to dive deeper. Feeling chatty? Go ahead and ask your question out loud as you snap a pic—it's as easy as asking a buddy about something you're curious about.
Find helpful context with "About this image"
You know the saying, "Seeing is believing"? Well, sometimes it's good to double-check. If you come across an image online or anywhere else and want more context, the "About this image" feature in Lens has got you covered. It'll show you how the image is used across different pages, giving you insights from news and fact-checking sites.
Image credit: “Lenticular Cloud over Harold's Cross Dublin Ireland taken at 11:30AM, 30th June 2015” by Omnisource5, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Search what you see on desktop, with Lens in Chrome
When you're cruising the web on your desktop, Lens in Chrome makes it a breeze to search and ask questions about anything that catches your eye—without even leaving your current tab. Just hit the Lens icon in the address bar, click or drag to select whatever you're curious about, and voila! Helpful results pop up in a side panel, and you can even refine your search or ask more questions.
Get product details instantly
Spotted something you fancy while shopping? Snap a pic with Lens, and bam! You'll instantly see product details like prices, deals, reviews, and where to snag it. And if you're in a store, you get the bonus of checking if similar items are in stock, comparing prices, and reading shopper reviews.
Summarize or copy text from a photo
Got text in a photo, even if it's handwritten? Use Lens to snap it, and you can get a summary, ask questions about the content, or copy it right to your clipboard. Depending on what you ask, Lens might even highlight specific parts of the image, like pointing out the veggie options on a restaurant menu.
Curious about something you see? Let Lens and its AI magic help you out. For more handy tips on using Lens, check out this post.
Debates over AI benchmarking have reached Pokémon
Even the beloved world of Pokémon isn't immune to the drama surrounding AI benchmarks. A recent viral post on X stirred up quite the buzz, claiming that Google's latest Gemini model had outpaced Anthropic's leading Claude model in the classic Pokémon video game trilogy. According to the post, Gemini
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Wikipedia's New Strategy to Manage AI Data Scraping
Wikipedia, through the Wikimedia Foundation, is taking a proactive step to manage the impact of AI data scraping on its servers. On Wednesday, they announced a collaboration with Kaggle, a platform owned by Google and dedicated to data science and
April 12, 2025 at 1:21:28 PM GMT
Google Lens is a lifesaver! I used it to identify a weird plant in my backyard and it was spot on. The only thing is, sometimes it takes a bit too long to process. Still, super handy for quick searches on the go!
0
April 11, 2025 at 8:42:37 AM GMT
Google Lensは本当に便利ですね！庭の変わった植物を調べたら、ぴったり当てはまりました。ただ、処理に時間がかかることがあるのが難点です。でも、外出先での素早い検索には最適です！
0
April 12, 2025 at 3:14:39 PM GMT
구글 렌즈 정말 유용해요! 제 정원에 있는 이상한 식물을 알아봤는데 딱 맞췄어요. 다만, 처리 시간이 좀 걸리는 게 단점이네요. 그래도 외출 중에 빠르게 검색할 때는 최고예요!
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April 12, 2025 at 11:43:36 AM GMT
Google Lens é um salva-vidas! Usei para identificar uma planta estranha no meu quintal e foi certeiro. A única coisa é que às vezes demora um pouco para processar. Ainda assim, super útil para buscas rápidas em movimento!
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April 10, 2025 at 7:30:19 PM GMT
¡Google Lens es un salvavidas! Lo usé para identificar una planta extraña en mi jardín y fue preciso. Lo único es que a veces tarda un poco en procesar. Aún así, súper útil para búsquedas rápidas en movimiento!
0
April 10, 2025 at 10:51:59 PM GMT
Google Lens is a game-changer! I love how I can just point my camera at something and get instant info. It's super handy for identifying plants or translating signs. The only downside is it sometimes struggles with low light. Still, a must-have tool! 📸
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