How Can You Easily Use Google’s Circle to Search on iPhone?

Is There a Simple Way to Try Google’s Helpful Circle to Search on iPhone?

Google’s Circle to Search lets you learn about anything on your screen using simple moves. People using Android love this. Now, iPhone users can try it too. If you want to look up a picture, a word, or more, follow these easy steps and make your phone experience happy and smooth.

Quick Ways to Start Visual Searches on Your iPhone

Option 1: Use the Google or Chrome App

1. Download the Google or Chrome app from the App Store. Make sure it’s updated.
2. Open a web page in the app. Find something you want to learn about: a picture, a product, even a word.
3. Tap the three dots (…) in the lower right corner.
4. Select Search Screen with Google Lens or, tap the Lens icon in the address bar if you see it.
5. The screen dims slightly. Draw a circle or tap what interests you.
6. Instantly, you get info below. You’ll see links, summaries, and ideas powered by Gemini’s AI.
7. Dig deeper by asking follow-up questions in the search bar.

Helpful Tips:

Move the Google Lens action to the top of your Chrome menu for faster use.

When Else Can You Use Lens?

• You can use the Lens option for images while browsing, and it appears in both the Google app and Chrome.
• If you’re searching images in Safari with the Google app installed, you might see the Lens icon as well.

Option 2: Automate Circle to Search With Shortcuts

Do you want a simpler, “just tap the phone” search? You can make it happen.

How to Set This Up:

1. Make sure you have the Google app (or Chrome).
2. Open the Shortcuts app.
3. Tap the + in the upper right for a new shortcut.
4. Search and add these steps:
   • Take Screenshot
   • Search Image with Lens
5. Tap the tiny arrow at the top. Name your shortcut.
6. Tap Done to save.
7. Open the Settings app > Accessibility > Touch.
8. Scroll down and tap Back Tap (at the bottom).
9. Choose Double Tap or Triple Tap.
10. In the list, select your new shortcut.

Now, when you double-tap the back of your phone, your iPhone takes a screenshot and lets Google Lens search anything on-screen.

Other Options for iPhone Visual Search

Apple has a tool called Visual Look Up.

1. Open a photo.
2. Tap the info (i) button.
3. Tap Look Up to learn more—see details about plants, animals, and places.

This helps if you want to search photos saved on your phone.

Good Things About Circle to Search on iPhone

• Easy to start—works in seconds
• Lets you get info about anything you see
• No need to write or copy text
• Helps with shopping, travel, learning, and more

A Few Differences From Android

• Not system-wide: On iPhone, you use Google or Chrome (not every app).
• No drawing directly on any screen outside Google/Chrome—unless you set up the shortcut trick.
• Works great for web images, not always for every app.

You can use Google’s Circle to Search magic with your iPhone. Choose the way you like best: press a button in the Google or Chrome app, or set up a quick double-tap shortcut for searching anything you see. This smart visual tool keeps your searches simple, fast, and enjoyable. If you need info about a photo on your phone, try Apple’s Visual Look Up, too.