How to Use Google Circle to Search on iPhone

iPhone showing Circle to Search Feature

Google recently updated its Google Chrome app with the Circle to Search feature. It allows you to circle any image or text and perform a quick search. Here’s how to use Google Circle to Search on your iPhone.

Use Google Circle to Search on iPhone

To use Google Circle to Search on your iPhone, first, ensure that you have installed Google Chrome. If you have installed the app, make sure you have updated to its latest version.

1. Launch Google Chrome and browse the web as you do.

Google Chrome Home Page

2. Once you find something you want to learn more about, click the three-dot menu in the bottom-right corner and tap on the Search screen with Google Lens option.

 tap on the Search screen with Google Lens option

3. Now, circle with your finger on top of the text or image you want to search for, and Google will instantly perform the search and give you relevant information.

circle to search in action

If you find yourself using this feature frequently, I recommend you move it to the top of the list.

4. Tap the three-dot menu and then on the Customize Menu button.

customize Menu option

5. Hold and drag the Search screen with the Google Lens menu item to the top, and tap the Done button to save changes.

dragging the search screen with Google Lens to top

Next time you want to perform Circle to Search, the option will be at the top. If you liked this guide, click here to learn how to use ChatGPT with Apple Intelligence on your iPhone.