Circle to Search: Simplify Your Search Experience with Pixel

And through our investments in AI, we’ve developed completely new ways to express what you’re looking for, in the way that’s most natural to you, like finding the name of the song just by

Now, imagine using that same “Google magic” to instantly do an image search to help you shop, scouting a hidden travel gem in a vlog, or wondering about a landmark in a movie, you shouldn’t have to pause, copy-paste, or switch apps to get answers. With Circle to Search, an AI-powered feature that works on Pixel, you can search for anything on your current screen to get info you need instantly - all without switching apps.

Just hold the home button or navigation bar on your Pixel phone. When the Google search bar appears, use a finger to circle, tap, scribble, or highlight whatever’s piqued your interest. The search pops up in the lower half of the screen.

Say you’re scrolling through social media and see an outfit you love. Instead of searching for each item separately, Circle to Search uses multi-object search to break down the entire image for you. With a simple gesture, you can identify every piece - from the jacket down to the shoes - without ever leaving the app.

Once you find a piece of clothing you like, you don’t have to guess how it looks on. By tapping the “Try in On” button, you can upload a photo of yourself, or select a model, to quickly see if the vibe matches your style. It’s a faster, helpful and more assuring way to shop the looks that inspire you.

Want to find out if the skincare products your favourite expert recommended are right for you? Just circle all the products on screen and ask, “which of these work well for sensitive skin?” Google will identify all the items you selected, give you more information about each one, and highlight which ones may be better suited for your needs.

Or maybe you’re watching a movie set and want to learn more about a landmark that appears in it. Launch Circle to Search and circle the photo of the building to quickly find out it’s the Casa Rosada.

If you’re still curious, you can ask follow-up questions and chat with Gemini right in Search. It’s like having a knowledgeable friend explaining exactly what you need to know about anything you see.

Sometimes what you’re searching for is a word on the page, not an image in your feed. Say you want to know what the word “gambol” means. Just highlight what you’re reading and Google AI will give you a quick definition. And, without having to leave the page, you’ll immediately learn that gambol means to skip about, as in dancing. 

Another cool feature: translating foreign languages. If you want to chat with your cousin in Spain or translate a menu at a restaurant online, Circle to Search can help, no matter where the text appears – in a PDF, video, web page, or chat. This feature works in more than 100 languages. 

Want to learn more about how to use this feature to search your screen? Check out our