How to Use Circle to Search on Samsung Galaxy

Circle to Search is one of the most popular Galaxy AI features, allowing you to search for anything visible on your screen — without leaving the app you're in.

How to Activate Circle to Search

Press and hold the Home button (or the navigation bar gesture area if using swipe navigation). The screen will dim and an AI search overlay appears.

How to Search

Once the overlay is active:

• Circle anything (product, face, text, plant, logo) with your finger or S Pen.
• Tap a specific item.
• Scribble over text to highlight it.
• Draw a box around an area.

Google will instantly show search results without leaving your current app.

What Can You Search?

Requirements

• Samsung Galaxy S24, S25, Z Fold 6/7, Z Flip 6/7, or later models
• Android 14 (One UI 6.1) or later
• Google app version 15.4 or later

Disable Circle to Search

Go to Settings → Advanced Features → Circle to Search → Off.