According to 9to5Google, Files by Google has added a shortcut for Circle to Search while viewing images. When a user views an image in full screen, above the floating editing action button is a smaller action button. Google is reportedly testing two new icons for that smaller action button; one is a magnifying glass and AI flare that’s used for the Files app’s smart search feature and the second is a Google Lens logo. While Circle to Search doesn’t have its own icon, a text box is displayed on the screen that tells you to circle or tap anywhere to search.
Tapping any part of the image launches the Circle to Search feature. The entire image is sent to Circle to Search without any files via the Google UI. This is a server-side update for those on the beta channel.
The latest beta version (1.4515.x) reportedly shows that AI-generated summaries are coming for files containing text. Users will be able to enable or disable this feature in the settings. The AI summaries feature is expected to utilize the device’s Gemini Nano technology.
It was reported that Google Archives had recently switched to stories like the Recents carousel.
The Circle to Search feature offers users the convenience of searching right from the screen. Circle to Search was initially introduced on the Samsung Galaxy S24 and is later available on select Google Pixel devices. Google is also reportedly improving the Circle to Search feature by adding an on-screen barcode and QR code scanner. The barcode and QR code scanner feature is currently being tested and is expected to be widely rolled out soon.
First published: August 13, 2024 | 15:48 IS
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