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The instant screen search update is rolling out globally on iOS this week.

In Chrome, bring up the three-dot menu and select Search Screen with Google Lens.

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In the Google app, tap the three-dot menu and select Search this Screen.

This will make accessing the tool even more convenient.

This means users no longer have to manually enter a search query to get meaningful insights.

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Looking ahead

These updates represent a significant step forward in how we interact with visual search.

Meanwhile, AI Overviews allow for a deeper understanding of unfamiliar objects, places, and concepts.

Want to try it out?

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upgrade your Chrome or Google app on iOS and start searching your screen today.

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