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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Translate writing with Circle to Search

Translate words already visible on your Galaxy screen without leaving the app.

Samsung Galaxy · One UIAbout 3 minutes5 steps · 5 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

Models covered+

Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Edge, Galaxy S25+, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, Galaxy A26 5G, Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy A35 5G

STEP 1 OF 5

Put the writing on screen

Open the photograph, website or message containing the words you want to translate.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Gallery or app screen with Writing on screen highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Put the writing on screen

Open the photograph, website or message containing the words you want to translate.

Example Gallery or app screen with Writing on screen highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Open Circle to Search

Touch and hold the Home button or the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen.

Example Writing on screen screen with Navigation bar highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Select the words

Circle, tap or draw across the words you want to translate.

Example Circle to Search screen with Circle words highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Tap Translate

When the words are selected, tap Translate.

Example Search result screen with Translate highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Read and check

Read the translation and return to the original screen when finished.

Example Translation screen with Translated text highlighted.
Step 5

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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